Harshvardhan Mishra
Introduction
In the age of fast-paced digital sharing, misinformation can create confusion and escalate tensions, especially during sensitive geopolitical scenarios. One such false narrative is currently circulating on social media platforms, claiming that an Indian Air Force pilot ejected over PoK after a fighter jet malfunction. The Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit (PIB Fact Check) has stepped in to confirm that this claim is entirely false.
The Viral Fake: “Indian Pilot Ejected Over PoK”
Social media platforms, including Twitter, WhatsApp, and Telegram, have seen an uptick in messages and images falsely stating:
“Breaking News: Indian pilot ejects from fighter jet over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Pilot captured?”
These baseless claims are often accompanied by unrelated videos or manipulated visuals to lend them a sense of urgency and authenticity.
🚨 Indian Pilot Ejected Over PoK? Here’s the Truth!
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
Posts on social media claim that an Indian pilot ejected from a fighter jet over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).#PIBFactCheck
❌ This claim is FAKE.
📢 Don’t fall for misinformation. Always verify before sharing.… pic.twitter.com/u12T92qhr2
PIB Fact Check Clarifies: No Such Incident Occurred
To counter the misinformation, @PIBFactCheck issued the following clarification:
🚨 Indian Pilot Ejected Over PoK? Here’s the Truth!
Posts on social media claim that an Indian pilot ejected from a fighter jet over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
#PIBFactCheck
❌ This claim is FAKE.
📢 Don’t fall for misinformation. Always verify before sharing.
#IndiaFightsPropaganda
No Ejection, No Capture: The Facts
- The Indian Air Force (IAF) has not reported any pilot ejection or aircraft loss in PoK.
- There has been no official confirmation from any Indian defense source to support such claims.
- These posts are part of an organized disinformation campaign designed to create panic and confusion.
Why This Misinformation Is Harmful
🛑 Public Panic:
False narratives about military personnel trigger national anxiety and undue stress.
🛑 Diplomatic Risks:
Such fake claims can escalate geopolitical tensions, particularly between India and Pakistan.
🛑 Undermines Trust:
They erode public trust in official defense communications and factual reporting.
How to Handle Such Claims
✅ Stay Informed via Verified Channels:
- PIB Fact Check (X Profile)
- https://pib.gov.in
- Indian Air Force official releases
✅ Report Instead of Reposting:
- Email suspicious content to: factcheck@pib.gov.in
- WhatsApp tip line: +91-8799711259
✅ Educate Others:
Encourage responsible digital behavior among your network. Misinformation only thrives when people don’t verify before sharing.
Explore more fake viral
- PIB Fact Check: Fake Claim of Indian Female Air Force Pilot Captured in Pakistan Debunked
- Fact Check: Viral Video of MLRS Attack is from a Video Game, Not a Real Pakistani Strike on India
- Fact Check: False Claim About Sukhoi Su-30MKI Being Shot Down in Muzaffarabad
- Fact Check: False Claim by China Daily About Indian Jets Crashing in Kashmir
- PIB Fact Check: Viral Video Claiming Missile Attack on Delhi Airport is FAKE
Conclusion
The viral claim that an Indian pilot ejected over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is completely baseless and fake. PIB Fact Check has debunked it as another example of misinformation aimed at manipulating public sentiment. Stay alert and always rely on official and verified sources before believing or forwarding any such posts.
