These days an edited video is going viral on social media, in which it is being falsely claimed that the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Indian Army, Lt. General Rahul R.K. Singh has admitted that India has lost the S-400 air defense system due to China’s missiles.

However, PIB Fact Check has described this claim as completely fake and misleading. The video has been digitally manipulated (modified) and the clip shown in it is introduced in the wrong context. This video is actually a conference organized by FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry on 4 July 2025.

Used to spread false information by editing clips

In this event, Lieutenant General Rahul R. Singh gave an address. He did not talk about the destruction of the S-400 system or being attacked by China anywhere in his speech. The clip that is going viral has been used to spread false information.

An alterred video circulating on social media falsely claims that deputy chief of staff lt gen. Rahul R. Singh Admitted that India Lost S-400 Air Defense System Due to Chinese Missiles#Pibfactcheck

The video has been digitally manipulated

The original video is from a… pic.twitter.com/RN335i2e4h

– Pib Fact Check (@Pibfactcheck) July 15, 2025

What is the truth?

This video is part of a social media propaganda campaign that aims to tarnish the image of the Indian Army. The government has appealed to the citizens to check their veracity before sharing any untouchable and suspicious video.

What is the strength of India’s S-400 air defense system

India’s S-400 air defense system is one of the most advanced missile defense mechanisms in the world. This system is equipped with high -tech and has the ability to intercept enemy missiles, fighter jets and drones long back.

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