Speaking at the Indian Air Force’s annual press conference, Singh stated that their air defense systems confirmed strikes on high-tech Pakistani aircraft. However, no visual or technical evidence was presented to support the claim.

The May 2025 war began when the Indian Air Force bombed a mosque in Pakistan, killing several civilians, including children. India claimed the target housed terrorists linked to the Pahalgam incident, but Pakistan condemned it as a war crime. In retaliation, Pakistan Air Force shot down seven Indian jets, including Rafales, and displayed the wreckage publicly.

When asked about the loss of Indian aircraft, Singh declined to answer, saying, "I will not respond." He also questioned Pakistan’s claims and demanded images of the downed Indian planes — despite viral videos and photos showing wreckage of Indian jets being hauled on tractors.

Critics say Singh’s new claim, made 150 days after the conflict, appears to be an attempt to reshape the war narrative, as India continues to offer statements without verifiable proof, while Pakistan has provided documented evidence and international press coverage of the incidents.

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India’s Air Chief claims that five Pakistani jets were downed in the May 2025 conflict, but the lack of evidence raises doubts. His refusal to confirm India’s own losses contrasts sharply with Pakistan’s publicly shared visuals of destroyed Indian aircraft. The narrative battle over the war continues, with India relying on unverified statements, while Pakistan uses physical evidence to support its claims. Analysts call the Indian narrative an attempt at post-war damage control.