New Delhi: The Press Information Bureau has launched a microsite on Operation Sindoor, India’s counter-offensive against Pakistan-based terror organisations. The dedicated platform aims to serve as a central hub for verified updates, official statements, and a comprehensive archive of fact-checks debunking the wave of misinformation that has emerged in the wake of the operation.
The move comes amid heightened tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, which triggered a strong military and diplomatic response from India. Since the launch of Operation Sindoor, social media platforms have witnessed a surge in unverified visuals, doctored videos, and false claims — many of which, according to officials, are part of a coordinated disinformation campaign originating from Pakistan.
The microsite, developed by PIB’s Fact Check Unit, catalogues each instance of viral misinformation that has been investigated and debunked. The fact-check was important amid a wave of misinformation that was traced back to Pakistan-based social media handles, aiming to distort facts, incite panic, and undermine national morale.
During India’s operation against terror, PIB was instrumental in debunking the claims on social media platforms and setting the record straight.
