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“Media and Hashtags”: DG ISPR Holds Dialogue on Hybrid Warfare at Beaconhouse Potohar Campus

by | Feb 16, 2026

"Media and Hashtags": DG ISPR Holds Dialogue on Hybrid Warfare at Beaconhouse Potohar Campus

In a specialized outreach session focused on digital resilience and national narrative, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) engaged with students and faculty at the Beaconhouse Potohar Campus in Islamabad. The dialogue centered on the evolving landscape of Hybrid Warfare, where traditional battlefields are increasingly being replaced by the digital frontier of social media and information operations.

The Digital Battlefield: Beyond Missiles and Tanks

During the interactive session, students displayed a sharp awareness of contemporary conflict dynamics, noting that modern wars are no longer restricted to physical hardware.

  • The Power of the Hashtag: Students emphasized that “hybrid warfare is fought not only with missiles and tanks, but also through media and hashtags,” highlighting how digital narratives can influence the perceived outcome of a conflict.

  • Lessons from History: Reflecting on past tensions, participants noted that social media has emerged as a “new battlefield,” where a single viral video possesses the power to manipulate public opinion and global perception.

  • Youth Responsibility: There was a consensus among the young attendees that with the reach of their digital footprints comes a profound responsibility to act as the first line of defense against misinformation.

Unity in the Virtual Domain

The session highlighted the symbiotic relationship between the youth and the state institutions. Students remarked that during times of crisis, “the youth of Pakistan and the armed forces stood united on various social media platforms to counter the enemy.” This collective digital front was credited with neutralizing hostile propaganda and maintaining the integrity of the national narrative.

Media Literacy: The Architect’s Tool

Faculty members and teachers at Beaconhouse Potohar Campus lauded the session’s depth, framing media literacy as a vital skill for the next generation:

  • Verification over Velocity: Teachers urged students to adopt a “verify before you share” policy, warning that the speed of social media often facilitates the spread of “fake news” intended to create internal discord.

  • The National Narrative: “The youth are the architects of Pakistan’s future,” remarked a faculty member. “It is essential for them to be aware of the national narrative to prevent intellectual subversion by external proxies.”

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