Viral Video at Hyderabad Airport: Pakistani Terrorist or Mock Drill? Fact Check Reveals the Truth

A viral video circulating on social media claims to show the arrest of a Pakistani terrorist at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Shamshabad, Hyderabad. However, after thorough investigation and fact-checking, it has been revealed that the video actually depicts a mock drill conducted by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at the airport.

Details of the Viral Video

The video in question consists of two separate clips. In the first, a man is seen lying on the ground while two uniformed security personnel stand next to him. The second clip shows a man with his hands bound, being escorted into a van by several uniformed personnel. Bystanders are seen calmly recording the scenes without any signs of panic.

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The video was shared widely on platforms like YouTube and Instagram, with misleading captions suggesting that it shows the arrest of a Pakistani terrorist at RGIA.

Fact-Check Reveals the Truth

Upon investigating the video, NewsMeter found no credible news reports or social media posts supporting the claim that a terrorist had been arrested at RGIA. To verify the claim, NewsMeter contacted the authorities at Shamshabad Airport.

The airport spokesperson clarified that the video was filmed on May 10 during a CISF anti-hijacking mock drill conducted at the Arrivals section of RGIA. The drill was part of the airport’s regular safety measures aimed at enhancing security preparedness for potential emergencies.

According to the spokesperson, the exercise was coordinated with the Special Forces Group (SFG) and was not related to any actual terrorist activity. It was a routine mock drill designed to simulate a hijacking scenario and test the readiness of security personnel.

Airport Clarifies the Situation

Following the spread of the viral video and the false claims circulating online, RGIA issued a public advisory through their official X handle on May 13. The advisory read:

“The visuals are from a mock drill exercise conducted as part of preparedness measures due to the ongoing situation. Please note that operations are normal at #RGIAirport. Heightened security measures have been put in place for the safety of passengers.”

This official statement confirmed that there was no terrorist threat at RGIA and that the video merely depicted a security exercise conducted by CISF personnel.

Conclusion: Viral Claims are False

In conclusion, NewsMeter’s fact-checking confirms that the viral video is misleading and falsely claims that a Pakistani terrorist was arrested at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The video actually shows a mock drill conducted by CISF as part of the airport’s ongoing security measures. There was no actual terrorist threat, and operations at the airport remain normal and unaffected.

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