Deepfake Videos Misrepresent Indian Army Chiefs' Statements on Op Sindoor

Two deepfake videos falsely attributed to former COAS Upendra Dwivedi and current COAS Dhiraj Seth are circulating on social media, claiming they criticize the Indian government's withholding of casualty figures from Operation Sindoor. BOOM's fact-checking revealed that both videos were digitally altered using AI-generated voiceovers, with neither officer commenting on the operation. Dwivedi retired on June 30, 2026, and Seth assumed command the following day. The videos mislead viewers into believing Dwivedi resigned due to the government's actions. The original footage shows Dwivedi's farewell speech and Seth's first address, neither of which relates to the alleged criticisms. AI detection tools confirmed the audio clips were likely generated by AI. This incident highlights the growing concern over misinformation and deepfake technology in the digital landscape.

Key Points: • Two deepfake videos misrepresent statements of Indian Army Chiefs regarding Op Sindoor. • AI-generated voiceovers were used to alter the original content of the videos. • The incident emphasizes the risks of misinformation in the context of military operations.