No evidence of Sikh Soldier assaulted over Khalistani allegation

Fact Check en

A viral claim by Pakistan-based accounts alleges that a newly recruited Indian Sikh soldier was brutally assaulted by his seniors over suspicions of being a Khalistani.

Another account named Defense Watch also shared a similar claim.

Fact Check

Upon investigation, we found no credible evidence to support this claim. There are no media reports or official statements from the Indian Armed Forces confirming such an incident.

Furthermore, the Indian Army on Sunday announced that it will fully sponsor the education of 10-year-old Shvan Singh, who assisted soldiers with food and beverages during a gun battle in Punjab’s Tara Wali village amid Operation Sindoor.

Conclusion

Thus, from the Fact Check, it is evident that the viral claim is Fake. No such incident has been reported by any media outlet or any official sources.