Did PM Narendra Modi Call for ‘Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat’ in a Viral Video? PIB Fact Check Confirms It Is a Deepfake

New Delhi, March 13: A viral video circulating on social media claims that Narendra Modi made controversial remarks about Iran, Pakistan, and the idea of “Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat.” The clip is being widely shared online, particularly by accounts linked to Pakistani propaganda networks.

In the manipulated video, the Prime Minister is falsely shown saying: “Iran will have to answer for spreading terrorism across the whole region. Our target remains Pakistan, and to achieve this target, it is imperative that the current Iranian regime falls and Israel completely takes it over. This is the only path for Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat.” Did Israel Strike North Korea’s Embassy in Tehran? Here’s a Fact Check of Viral Social Media Claim.

Fake Video Shows PM Narendra Modi Calling for ‘Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat

However, the government’s official verification unit, PIB Fact Check under the Press Information Bureau, has confirmed that the viral clip is a deepfake video created using digital manipulation. PIB Fact Check stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has never made such a statement. Did US Deploy Planes Carrying Nuclear-Capable ‘Doomsday Missile’ in Middle East Amid World War 3 Fears?

According to the clarification, the footage used in the misleading video is actually taken from the NXT Summit 2026 held in Delhi. In the original, unedited speech, the Prime Minister was discussing the role of technology, innovation, and India’s digital future, and did not mention Iran, Pakistan, or geopolitical issues.

Authorities have warned that such manipulated videos are being deliberately circulated online to spread misinformation and mislead the public as part of propaganda campaigns targeting India.

PIB Fact Check has urged people to remain cautious and verify viral content before sharing it on social media.

PIB Fact Check has confirmed that the viral video showing PM Narendra Modi making remarks about Iran, Pakistan, and “Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat” is fake and digitally manipulated, while the real speech at the NXT Summit 2026 focused only on technology and innovation.

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