The Press Information Bureau’s (PIB) Fact Check unit, functioning under the Union government, released a clarification on Tuesday in response to a misleading claim circulating on social media. The claim, reportedly spread by Pakistani accounts, involved a forged letter attributed to the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The letter falsely stated that Captain (Indian Navy) Shiv Kumar, currently serving as the Defence Attaché at the Indian Embassy in Jakarta, was being recalled. It was widely circulated across social platforms, raising concerns among viewers.

In a post marked with the hashtag #PIBFactCheck, the government clarified that the letter was fake and part of a larger misinformation campaign by Pakistani propaganda handles.

The PIB Fact Check unit confirmed that Captain Shiv Kumar continues in his role as Defence Attaché in Jakarta.

No Home Ministry involvement in postings

It further clarified that appointments and postings of Indian Navy officers at the rank of Captain are handled by the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy). The Ministry of Home Affairs has no authority in such matters, including appointment or recall of Defence Attachés.

Public urged to verify information

The government has advised the public not to fall for misinformation and to always verify such claims through official sources.