False claims are being spread about Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) through India-originated messages on the communication and messaging app WhatsApp, according to reports on Tuesday.
False claims about AJK
According to the false claim, a so called “Daily Current Situation Analysis of AJ&K” states that a total of 182 people were injured and 60 were admitted to hospitals. In addition to this, the false claims add that 10 people were referred for further treatment, and 14 people lost their lives.
The message further claimed that on June 8, 2026, at CMH Rawalakot in District Poonch, a total of 120 people were injured. It claims that it included 93 civilians, 22 police personnel, three FC personnel, and two Rangers officials.
It further alleged that 50 individuals were admitted to the hospital. Again, according to the false message, it included 42 civilians, six police personnel, and two FC personnel.
According to the claim, eight people were referred for further treatment, including six police personnel and two FC personnel.
The misleading message also alleged that seven people died. It claimed that these people included four civilians, two police personnel, and one unidentified individual.
For June 9, 2026, the message claimed that seven police personnel were injured in District Sudhnoti and were admitted to DHQ Hospital Sudhnoti.
The false WhatsApp message further alleged that one police officer was referred for additional treatment, while no deaths were reported.
In District Mirpur, the false claim stated that five people were injured. It said that these included four civilians and one police officer.
It further alleged that three civilians were admitted to DHQ Hospital Mirpur and one civilian was referred for further treatment, with no deaths reported.
The false message also mentioned DHQ Hospital Kotli in District Kotli, but did not provide complete details in the available text.
Misinformation campaign
People have been advised not to believe in fake news and misleading information, which is usually spread through social media. It is advised to wait for official news and sources before believing it.
