DG ISPR Denies Capturing Indian Pilot, Confirms Targeted Strikes

Rawalpindi: Pakistan has officially denied reports circulating in the media that it has captured an Indian pilot during the ongoing military escalation with India. In a press briefing held alongside senior officers of the Pakistan Air Force and Navy, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry clarified, “No Indian pilot is in Pakistan’s custody.”

The statement came in response to widespread media speculation claiming that a female Indian pilot had been detained by Pakistani forces.

Lt. Gen. Chaudhry also stated that Pakistan had not requested a ceasefire, asserting that the initiative for a truce came from India. “Pakistan did not ask for a ceasefire; it was India that expressed the desire to halt hostilities,” he noted.

The military spokesperson detailed key aspects of Pakistan’s recent operations, revealing that two Indian S-400 missile defense systems were successfully destroyed. Strategic strikes were also carried out on Indian military positions in Suratgarh, Sirsa, Asempur, Awantipora, Udhampur, and Pathankot, he confirmed.

In addition, Pakistani forces destroyed Indian military brigades in Rajouri and Nowshera, and successfully targeted Uri network stations and the Poonch radar system, neutralizing Indian surveillance capabilities in the region.

Lt. Gen. Chaudhry emphasized that Pakistan used limited military capabilities during the operation, strategically reserving other assets for potential future contingencies. “This was a measured response, and our remaining capabilities are being preserved for any further escalation,” he added.

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The press briefing reiterated Pakistan’s position of strategic restraint and defensive preparedness while firmly rejecting misinformation intended to sway public perception.