The Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit has warned the public against a fraudulent message circulating online that claims the Central Government is providing free laptops to students.
The message is being circulated along with a link, which users are being encouraged to access to avail themselves of the alleged government benefit.
PIB Fact Check has clarified that the message is fake.
Beware of Fraudsters❗️
A message is being circulated with a link claiming that the central government is providing free laptops to students.#PIBFactCheck
❌ This message is #fake!
🚫 Do NOT click on suspicious links.
▶️ Always verify information through official sources. pic.twitter.com/aLaFfitf3b
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) August 9, 2026
The fact-checking unit urged people not to click on suspicious links associated with the claim.
Fraudsters can use such messages and links to mislead users and expose them to online risks.
PIB Fact Check advised people to verify information about government schemes and announcements through official sources before acting on messages circulating online.
The fact-checking unit specifically cautioned users against clicking on suspicious links accompanying such claims.
The warning particularly concerns students who may click the link believing they qualify for a free laptop scheme from the Central Government.
PIB Fact Check urged people to exercise caution and rely on verified official information rather than forwarding or acting upon unverified messages circulating online.
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