Pakistani propaganda accounts are spreading false claims alleging that the Indian Army has Conducted False Flag Operation Kathua Jammu Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir. The posts further allege that local prisoners were moved to the area and could be killed in a staged encounter. This claim is false and fabricated. No credible source has reported any such activity.
The misleading narrative was pushed by Pakistani propaganda accounts @Shadowfox_11 and @zarrar_11PK, which described the situation as “BREAKING” to create panic and suspicion.
BREAKING 🚨
— Schlangenjäger (@Shadowfox_11) January 13, 2026
After days of propaganda through its Mouthpieces, the Indian Army has Started another false-flag operation in Billawar area of #Kathua IIOJK.
Sources indicate that local prisoners were moved to the area and may be killed in a fake encounter. pic.twitter.com/07nkbH5wSq
Truth: Encounter Followed Terrorist Firing During Search Operation
As the false claim gained traction on social media, it drew our attention. The D-Intent Data Team conducted keyword research and source verification. Our investigation led us to reports by Hindustan Times and @htTweets, which confirmed that security forces launched an anti-terror operation in Kathua after terrorists opened fire on a patrolling team. Officials stated that Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists initiated firing during a cordon and search operation, which triggered the encounter.
BREAKING 🚨
— Schlangenjäger (@Shadowfox_11) January 13, 2026
After days of propaganda through its Mouthpieces, the Indian Army has Started another false-flag operation in Billawar area of #Kathua IIOJK.
Sources indicate that local prisoners were moved to the area and may be killed in a fake encounter. pic.twitter.com/07nkbH5wSq
Additionally, ANI reported that a major combing and search operation was underway in the Kamadh Nullah forest area of Kathua following an exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces.
The visuals circulating online are from this legitimate search operation conducted on 8 January 2026, not from any staged or fabricated event.
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— D-Intent Data (@dintentdata) January 13, 2026
ANALYSIS: Fake
FACT: Pakistani propaganda accounts are spreading false and fabricated claims suggesting that the Indian Army is conducting a false-flag operation in the Billawar area of Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, including baseless allegations that local prisoners (1/4) pic.twitter.com/xcMFWZ6vUj
Intent
Propaganda accounts are spreading false and fabricated claims about the Indian Army to push a narrative against India and to defend Pakistan-sponsored terror activities in the region.
Conclusion:
Claim: The Indian Army staged a fake encounter in Kathua using local prisoners.
Fact: Security forces responded to terrorist firing during a lawful anti-terror operation. No prisoners were involved, and no false-flag operation occurred.
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