The Ministry of Finance has not announced any such scheme, according to the Press Information Bureau. Officials have warned people against falling for fraudulent messages and advise users to avoid clicking on suspicious links or sharing sensitive information.
A #WhatsApp message with a link claims to offer financial aid of ₹46, 715 to the poor class in the name of the Ministry of Finance and, is further seeking the recipient’s personal details#PIBFactCheck
✔️ This message is #FAKE✔️@FinMinIndia has announced no such aid! pic.twitter.com/XHYfNAwhb5
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) February 26, 2025
Similar fake messages have been circulating, including a claim that senior citizens above 75 years will no longer have to pay taxes and a forged approval letter falsely issued by KVIC India under the PM Employment Generation Program, promising a ₹17 lakh loan in exchange for a ₹51,000 payment.
Government agencies urge people to verify such claims through official sources and report any suspicious messages.
