Pakistan and India remain locked in a tense rivalry, and fresh statements have once again sparked debate. At a recent business gathering, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, made bold claims about the May 2025 “Maarka-e-Haq” conflict. He said Pakistan shot down seven Indian aircraft and disabled India’s advanced S-400 defense system. According to him, the move forced India to seek U.S. intervention to de-escalate.
He also added that Pakistan later restored India’s hacked defense systems on humanitarian grounds, presenting this as evidence of superior warfare technology
India, however, strongly rejected these claims. Its official fact-check agency, the Press Information Bureau (PIB), labeled the story of the destroyed S-400 system as misinformation. International and independent outlets have also not verified that Pakistan downed Indian jets or hacked defense networks. Analysts note that such statements often surface in politically charged contexts, especially after conflicts. So far, there is no independent proof such as satellite imagery or credible defense assessments to support Khan’s remarks.
While discussing these claims, Khan also underlined the government’s focus on youth empowerment. He explained that the PMYP, in partnership with the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), is training young people in IT, hospitality, and technical trades. He highlighted that 35 youth delegations have already traveled abroad for international exposure under the programme.
Also speaking at the event, MNA Mirza Ikhtiar Baig said Pakistan had demonstrated regional strength with China’s support. He argued that Pakistan’s technology had surpassed even Europe. Yet defense experts stress that while such comments reflect regional power politics, dramatic battlefield claims remain unverified without solid evidence.
Pakistan-India Clash: Claims vs Facts on “Maarka-e-Haq”
