Indian Media’s False Claim Exposed: Funeral of Bahawalpur Attack Victims Not Led by Masood Azhar’s Brother
In a new twist to ongoing media allegations, Indian media has been caught spreading false information regarding the funeral prayers of victims killed in the recent Bahawalpur attack. The reports claimed that the funeral prayers for the innocent individuals who lost their lives in the tragic incident were conducted by Abdul Rauf Azhar, the brother of Masood Azhar, a figure often cited in Indian media’s anti-Pakistan narrative.
However, a thorough investigation has uncovered that this claim was completely unfounded and false. Images and video footage released by Indian media outlets purported to show Abdul Rauf Azhar conducting the funeral prayers. However, closer inspection of these visuals reveals a clear discrepancy: the man in the images performing the funeral rites is not Abdul Rauf Azhar but Hafiz Abdul Rauf, an imam.
The confusion arose due to the similar names and the deliberate attempt by Indian media to further associate Masood Azhar and his family with terrorism, despite the lack of evidence. These claims appear to be part of a broader pattern of disinformation aimed at maligning Pakistan and creating tensions between the two countries.
The differences between the faces of the imam and Masood Azhar’s brother are stark and easily noticeable, effectively exposing the lies and manipulation at the heart of the Indian media’s narrative. Indian media outlets have yet to retract or clarify their false reports, despite the clear evidence discrediting their initial claims.
This incident is just one in a series of misleading stories that Indian media has published about Pakistan, with the aim of inflaming public sentiment and furthering its own political agenda. Pakistani authorities have condemned these actions, calling them a failed propaganda attempt and urging the public to remain cautious of such misleading reports.
The Bahawalpur attack itself was a tragic event, with innocent lives lost. In the wake of such sorrow, it is deeply troubling to see the Indian media exploit the situation for political gain by distorting the facts. The truth, as revealed through clear evidence, serves as a reminder of the power of media manipulation in times of heightened tension between nations.
Pakistan continues to call for responsible journalism and the importance of verifying information before it is broadcast, emphasizing that spreading falsehoods not only harms the credibility of the media but also undermines efforts toward peace and stability in the region.
