DZWatch Exclusive: Amidst ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, a decades-long rivalry marked by border disputes, military confrontations, and media campaigns, social media has become a new battleground. Recent claims circulating online allege that three Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft crashed on a single day near Tambaram, Chennai, in southern India.
Pakistani social media accounts widely shared a video purportedly showing the aftermath of these crashes, including one identified as a Pilatus PC-7 trainer aircraft. The posts questioned the competence of the IAF, suggesting an inability to manage training operations effectively. These claims paint a picture of India as a weakened force, incapable of confronting Pakistan in a potential conflict.
The posts quickly gained traction on social media platforms, becoming a point of contention between supporters of both nations. The viral video stitches together three separate clips of burning aircraft, seemingly to lend credence to the narrative.
DZWatch is investigating these claims to verify the authenticity of the videos and the veracity of the reports of multiple aircraft crashes. We are working to determine the source of the footage and whether the incidents are accurately represented. Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
The timing of these claims, amidst already heightened tensions, underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing it online. DZWatch remains committed to providing accurate and unbiased reporting on this developing story.
