RAWALPINDI — The Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) engaged directly with the nation’s youth during a special interactive session at the ISPR Summer Internship 2026, delivering a comprehensive briefing on the complexities of national security and the pervasive threat of modern propaganda.
The session, held for participating students, focused heavily on the responsible use of social media platforms. The DG ISPR provided detailed, well-reasoned answers to student questions, addressing critical issues ranging from counter-terrorism strategies to information awareness.
Combating Misinformation and Propaganda
Participants highlighted the session’s practical value in navigating the digital landscape. They stated the discussion offered effective guidance on identifying and avoiding misinformation, disinformation, and unverified news. The interactive format was credited with clearing several misconceptions and ambiguities regarding matters of national security.
The briefing included a detailed examination of regional dynamics. Students noted that the fact-based position presented on the situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, as well as Indian propaganda tactics, helped them better understand ground realities. The DG ISPR’s analysis of what was termed “Fitna al-Hindustan” andFitna al-Khawarij” was singled out as addressing core concerns and removing existing confusion among the attendees.
A Nationwide Initiative for Future Leaders
Following the session, the interns expressed a collective commitment to promoting accurate information and effectively countering anti-state narratives. The initiative is part of a massive nationwide outreach program.
More than 6,000 students from across Pakistan are participating in the ISPR Summer Internship 2026, which is being conducted simultaneously at 21 different stations nationwide. The program aims to bridge the gap between the armed forces and the civilian population, fostering a well-informed youth cohort capable of discerning fact from fiction in an era of information warfare.
