Unidentified hackers allegedly targeted the broadcasts of several Indian news channels, causing unexpected content to air during live transmissions, according to claims circulating on social media linked to Indian media reports.
The reports allege that TV9 Telugu and Freedom TV Kannada were among the channels affected by the cyberattack. It is claimed that the broadcast of TV9 Telugu was disrupted during a speech by the Indian president, with the national anthem of Pakistan reportedly aired for a brief period in its place.
Independent sources have not yet confirmed the incident, and neither the concerned Indian channels nor relevant authorities have issued any official or detailed statement on the matter.
Cybersecurity experts note that when external interference in the broadcast of TV channel is confirmed, a full technical investigation is typically carried out to determine the nature of the attack, identify those responsible, and assess possible security vulnerabilities.
Videos and various claims related to the alleged incident continue to circulate widely on social media, though their authenticity remains unverified. The true nature of the incident is expected to become clear only once an official investigation is completed.
