Free Scooters, Phones For Aadhaar Holders? PIB Fact Check Calls Claim Fake

The PIB Fact Check unit has debunked AI-generated videos circulating on social media that falsely claim Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free scooters, mobile phones and recharges for all citizens linked to Aadhaar cards.

The videos originated from the Instagram handle ‘rj_rashmi6’. They feature edited clips of PM Modi speaking alongside graphics that promote the alleged benefits.

The fabricated videos claim that the supposed benefits would begin from mid-August. The government has made no such announcement.

📣#Instagram हैंडल ‘rj_rashmi6’ द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी के कई #AI-जनरेटेड वीडियो साझा कर दावा किया जा रहा है कि आधार कार्ड पर सभी को फ्री स्कूटी, मोबाइल फोन और फ्री रिचार्ज दिए जाएंगे।#PIBFactCheck:

❌ ये सभी वीडियो #फर्ज़ी हैं।

⚠️ ऐसे भ्रामक वीडियो/पोस्ट को शेयर या… pic.twitter.com/5OJgACiJn9

— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) August 19, 2026

PIB Fact Check urged citizens to remain cautious before believing or sharing such misleading content.

The agency highlighted the risks posed by manipulated and AI-generated material that can make false claims appear authentic.

The videos falsely associate the Prime Minister with a government welfare announcement. They use altered visual content to create the impression that PM Modi had officially declared the alleged benefits.

PIB Fact Check advised users to verify information before forwarding or reposting such material.

Citizens should rely on official government portals when checking announcements related to central government schemes and public welfare measures.

The fact-checking unit directed users to its official fact-check service for verification of claims concerning government initiatives.

The development underlines the growing challenge posed by AI-generated and digitally manipulated videos.

Such content can imitate public figures and attach fabricated announcements to genuine-looking footage.

PIB Fact Check’s clarification confirms that the claims about free scooters, mobile phones and recharges for Aadhaar-linked citizens are false.

Citizens are advised to exercise caution and verify such claims through authorised government sources before sharing them online.

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