In what critics are calling a major propaganda failure, the Indian government under Prime Minister Modi has been accused of using artificial intelligence (AI) to fabricate terrorist suspect sketches related to the purported Pahalgam attack.
The sketches released by Indian authorities follow suspiciously identical patterns, strongly suggesting they were generated by AI rather than drawn by human hands based on witness descriptions. Analysis reveals these computer-generated images were likely created within minutes using artificial intelligence tools, undermining the credibility of official claims.
Critics point to several concerning elements in the official narrative: the absence of concrete evidence beyond the questionable sketches, inconsistencies in the attack account, and what appears to be a coordinated effort across Indian media to promote a specific narrative despite these discrepancies.
The revelation has sparked widespread criticism that the Pahalgam incident was potentially staged or exaggerated to advance political agendas. Observers note this fits into a pattern of using security incidents to distract from domestic issues or to influence regional politics.
As digital forensic experts continue to analyze the sketches, questions remain about accountability for what appears to be deliberate misinformation regarding a serious security matter. The controversy has already damaged credibility in official security announcements and raised concerns about the weaponization of artificial intelligence in spreading disinformation.
