Fake News Alert: IAF Clears the Air on Pilot Shivangi Singh’s Safety
Indian Air Force Debunks Fake News of Pilot Shivangi Singh’s Capture
Amidst the ongoing India vs Pakistan War, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has swiftly debunked a viral fake news claim that one of its pilots, Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh, was captured in Pakistan after her jet was allegedly shot down.
The misleading claim spread rapidly on social media, falsely suggesting that Singh, India’s first woman Rafale pilot, was arrested near Sialkot. The IAF has officially confirmed that this claim is entirely false and a deliberate attempt at spreading misinformation by Pakistani propaganda.
Who Is Shivangi Singh? India’s Trailblazing Rafale Pilot
Shivangi Singh is a pioneering officer in the Indian Air Force and India’s first and only woman fighter pilot to fly the advanced Rafale jet.
Early Life: Born and raised in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, Shivangi Singh’s dream of becoming a pilot was sparked at the age of nine during a visit to the Air Force Museum in New Delhi.
IAF Career: Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 2017, she initially flew the MiG-21 Bison, one of the IAF’s iconic fighter jets. In 2020, she became the first woman pilot to be selected to fly the Rafale after rigorous training, including simulator sessions with French instructors.
Golden Arrows Squadron: She currently serves with the prestigious Golden Arrows Squadron at Ambala Air Force Station.
Global Representation: Shivangi Singh has also represented India in international military exercises, such as the Orion wargame in France.
Her achievements make her a symbol of empowerment and inspiration for young women aspiring to join the defense forces.
The False Claim: A Propaganda Tactic
The misleading claim, which quickly went viral, included a video falsely claiming that Shivangi Singh was captured near Sialkot, Pakistan, after her jet was shot down. The video attempted to show an alleged scene of the pilot’s capture, but the visuals were unrelated to any Indian pilot.
Propagandists falsely named Shivangi Singh to make the claim appear credible.
IAF’s Swift Response
The Indian Air Force, through its official handle @IAF_MCC, dismissed the claim as fake and urged citizens not to fall for such misinformation.
IAF’s Official Statement: Don’t Fall for Lies The Indian Air Force has made it clear that such false claims are part of an ongoing information war amid the India-Pakistan conflict.
Propaganda Warfare: Misleading narratives are being used to confuse the public and damage India’s image.
Public Awareness: Citizens are urged to rely on verified sources for news and avoid sharing unverified content on social media.
Standing Strong: The IAF has assured that its personnel are safe and continue to serve with excellence and courage.
Misinformation in the India vs Pakistan War
The India vs Pakistan War has seen a rise in misinformation, with false claims and doctored videos being used to manipulate public perception.
Psychological Warfare: Propaganda is being used to spread fear and confusion.
International Perception: Such fake news can distort the global understanding of the conflict.
Fact-Checking Measures: Indian defense agencies are actively countering false narratives to ensure public awareness.
What Lies Ahead
As the India vs Pakistan War continues, the Indian defense forces remain vigilant, not only on the battlefield but also in countering misinformation.
Shivangi Singh, India’s trailblazing Rafale pilot, remains an inspiration and a symbol of women’s empowerment in the Indian Air Force.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
