Pakistani propaganda accounts are circulating a digitally altered video of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan. The posts falsely claim that he praised Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jet as a proven platform. They also allege that he warned Bangladesh’s possible purchase could boost its air power and disturb India’s Eastern Command balance. However, these claims are false and misleading.
Several propaganda-linked accounts amplified this false narrative. These include @Shadowfox_11, @Hawkss_eye, and @zarrar_11PK. They shared a digitally altered clip and presented it as breaking news to mislead viewers.
BREAKING
— Schlangenjäger (@Shadowfox_11) January 8, 2026
🇮🇳 Indian CDS calls JF-17 as a proven platform. Concerned about potential purchase by Bangladesh pic.twitter.com/CbnrPGuIRC
Truth: Original PTI Video Shows No Such Statement by CDS Anil Chauhan
As the false claim gained traction on social media, it drew our attention. The D-Intent Data Team conducted a detailed frame-by-frame investigation and keyword research. Our investigation led us to the original video published by @PTI_News. After closely analysing the footage, we found clear signs of digital manipulation. The altered clip shows mismatched gestures, unnatural hand movements, and audio inconsistencies. Most importantly, CDS General Anil Chauhan never made any remarks praising the JF-17 or expressing concern over Bangladesh.
VIDEO | Delhi: CDS General Anil Chauhan addresses Lt Gen SK Sinha Memorial Lecture.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 7, 2026
He said, “We are gathered to commemorate the birth of late Lieutenant General S.K. Sinha and reflect on his enduring legacy in India’s strategic thought, nation-building, and its relevance… pic.twitter.com/VPYqmCnWo5
Therefore, the viral video is fake and part of a coordinated disinformation campaign targeting India.
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— D-Intent Data (@dintentdata) January 8, 2026
ANALYSIS: Fake
FACT: Pakistani propagandists are circulating a digitally altered video of CDS General Anil Chauhan with false claims alleging that he expressed concern over a defence deal between Pakistan and Bangladesh and described the JF-17 as a proven platform.(1/4) pic.twitter.com/WUc9SEJdOJ
Intent:
Propaganda accounts are circulating digitally altered videos of CDS General Anil Chauhan with self-invented claims to set their narrative against India.
Conclusion:
Claim: Indian CDS General Anil Chauhan praised the JF-17 and warned about Bangladesh buying it.
Fact: The video is digitally altered. General Anil Chauhan made no such statements.
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