PIB Fact Check Warns Against Fake PM Modi Videos On Old Notes And Coins

PIB Fact Check has issued a warning over several videos circulating on the Facebook page ‘Old Ji’.

The videos falsely portray Prime Minister Narendra Modi making announcements linked to the purchase of old notes and coins.

The fact-checking agency clarified that the videos do not feature any genuine announcement by the Prime Minister on the subject.

According to PIB Fact Check, the videos are fake and have been created using artificial intelligence technology, including deepfake techniques.

The manipulated content may appear authentic and could mislead viewers into believing that the Prime Minister has endorsed or announced such a scheme.

The agency urged people to remain cautious while viewing similar videos on social media platforms.

PIB Fact Check stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made no announcement regarding the purchase of old notes and coins as shown in the circulating videos.

The clarification aims to prevent people from acting on false claims or sharing potentially misleading information with others.

PIB Fact Check advised social media users not to share or forward suspicious videos or links.

It also urged people to verify claims through reliable and official sources before acting on information related to government schemes or announcements.

People seeking accurate information about government schemes can visit the official MyScheme website at myscheme.gov.in.

The platform provides information on government schemes and services.

The warning comes amid growing concerns over AI-generated and manipulated videos that can imitate public figures and spread misleading claims online.

Citizens are advised to check the authenticity of such content before believing or circulating it.

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