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Pakistan's Fake Indian Accounts: How Foreign Propaganda Targets India

A disturbing network of foreign-operated social media accounts has been uncovered posing as Indian users. These fake profiles use authentic-looking Indian imagery and flawless Hindi to spread divisive content. The accounts primarily originate from Pakistan and West Asian countries despite claiming Indian locations. This revelation exposes a coordinated effort to manipulate India's political discourse through misinformation campaigns.

Key Points: Pakistan-Based Fake Indian Accounts Spread Misinformation on X

  • Fake accounts use saree-clad profile pictures and 'Jai Hind' bios to appear authentic
  • Accounts originate from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and West Asian locations
  • They post flawless Hindi content about Bihar elections and Red Fort incidents
  • X's 'About This Account' feature exposed the foreign operation patterns
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Masquerading as Indians, Pak social media accounts push misinformation against India

Investigation reveals Pakistan-operated social media accounts posing as Indians to spread political propaganda and divisive narratives about Bihar elections and Red Fort blast.

Masquerading as Indians, Pak social media accounts push misinformation against India
"A coordinated global operation to influence India's social discourse, spread misinformation, and deepen internal divisions - Amit Malviya"

Washington, Nov 26

A fresh revelation has exposed a network of foreign-operated accounts on social media platform X masquerading as Indian users to push political propaganda and divisive narratives within India, with many of these accounts traced to locations in Pakistan and West Asia.

Citing findings by India Today’s Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) team, a report in 'The Free Press Journal' stated that several accounts on the social media platform X, featuring profile pictures of saree-clad women and bios stating 'Jai Hind,' are actually operating from countries like Pakistan. These accounts, which claim to belong to users from Uttar Pradesh or Mumbai, have been actively posting opinions on the Bihar elections and even the Red Fort blast.

“However, after the release of 'About This Account' feature, these profiles were found to be originating from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and West Asia. One account, going by the username @chaturvediswat, has posted over 2,000 posts against the Indian government on topics ranging from the Red Fort black and Bihar elections. The new X feature revealed that this account is actually based out of Pakistan," the report detailed.

“Similarly, accounts from regions of West Asia and Saudi Arabia have been posing as Indians and are indulging in heated debates on political and religious matters. These accounts use flawless Hindi to converse online, and the investigation reveals that there are several accounts on X that are based out of a foreign country, but are heavily inciting propaganda in the country," it added.

Amit Malviya, in charge of the BJP's National Information and Technology Department, recently alleged a coordinated global conspiracy against India aimed at manipulating the country’s social discourse, spreading misinformation, and widening internal divisions

“After X enabled location details, an interesting pattern has emerged. A large number of pro-Congress, anti-Hindu, and divisive caste-based handles are not even operating from India. Many are being run from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other parts of Asia and the world. Almost all of them have changed their usernames multiple times to mask their identity. What does this show? A coordinated global operation to influence India’s social discourse, spread misinformation, and deepen internal divisions. This conspiracy against India now stands exposed,” Malviya posted on X.

- IANS

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Arjun K
I've noticed some accounts that always post extreme views and try to create Hindu-Muslim tensions. Now it makes sense why. X should permanently ban these fake accounts immediately. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
While this is definitely a serious issue, we should also be careful not to dismiss all criticism as "foreign propaganda." Some genuine concerns from Indian citizens might get lost in this narrative. We need balanced approach.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows Indian politics closely, I've seen how heated online debates can get. This revelation explains why some arguments feel so manufactured. Time for better verification systems on social media platforms.
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Vikram M
Using "Jai Hind" and saree-clad profile pictures to deceive Indians is the height of deception! These foreign elements want to break our country's unity. We must stay vigilant and not fall for such tactics. 🙏
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Michael C
This is a global problem affecting many democracies. India is not alone in facing such information warfare. The key is digital literacy - teaching people how to identify fake accounts and misinformation.
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Ananya R
I'm glad X introduced the location feature. Now we can see the truth behind these accounts. We Indians should focus on constructive discussions rather than getting manipulated by foreign agents. Let's protect our digital space!

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