Pakistan has issued a strong and categorical rejection of what it calls "provocative and baseless" allegations made by the Indian Army Chief concerning supposed drone incursions across the Line of Control (LoC). Islamabad has labeled these accusations a desperate maneuver aimed at shifting global focus away from India's own domestic challenges.
Details of the Indian Allegations and Pakistan's Rebuttal
The diplomatic and military rebuke from Pakistan comes directly after statements by Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. He claimed that the head of Pakistan's military operations had been contacted regarding alleged drone activity in the Jammu region, specifically mentioning the Nowshera sector of Rajouri. These claims were subsequently amplified by several Indian media outlets, including Hindustan Times and India Today.
However, security sources within Pakistan have completely dismissed these reports, describing them as a pure "fabrication of facts." They highlighted a critical flaw in the Indian narrative: the reliance on vague terminology like “suspected drones” and unverified “official” statements. The sources pointed out the complete absence of any technical data, visual evidence, or physical wreckage to substantiate the claims. Notably, credible international news organizations such as the BBC and Reuters have not confirmed these alleged incidents.
A Pattern of Disinformation
Pakistan's response frames the event as part of a larger, troubling pattern. Officials stated that if India possessed any genuine proof, it would be presented through established bilateral military channels or to the international community. Instead, New Delhi is accused of opting for a "media trial" to obscure its own regional failures and the heightened tensions in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
Pakistan has repeatedly warned the international community about India's documented history of levying unsubstantiated cross-border allegations, especially during sensitive periods in IIOJK. The current episode, lacking any concrete evidence, is seen as a coordinated disinformation campaign targeting Pakistan's credibility.
Official Guidance for the Public
In light of these developments, authorities have advised the Pakistani public to remain vigilant against such propaganda efforts. Citizens are urged to rely exclusively on official and verified information released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for all matters pertaining to national security.
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