A sponsored advertisement circulating on Facebook claims that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is endorsing an investment scheme promising returns of up to INR 5.5 lakh per week for a one-time investment of INR 22,000. The promotion features what appears to be a video of the minister encouraging people to join the scheme.

The video, widely shared online, allegedly shows Sitharaman discussing the benefits of the investment plan and urging citizens to take advantage of the opportunity, suggesting it is backed or approved by the Government of India. Did Nirmala Sitharaman Promote a High-Return Investment Scheme Online? PIB Fact Check Debunks AI Video.

AI Video Falsely Shows Nirmala Sitharaman Backing Investment Scheme

A fact check by Press Information Bureau (PIB) has found the claim to be false. The video in question is digitally altered and created using AI technology to mislead viewers. PIB clarified that neither the Finance Minister nor the Government of India has endorsed or promoted any such investment scheme. Did Nirmala Sitharaman Promote Investment Scheme Promising INR 1.5 Lakh in a Month on Investment of INR 21,000? PIB Fact Check Debunks Digitally Altered Fake Video.

Authorities have warned users to stay cautious of such fraudulent content, especially those promising unusually high returns in a short period. Users are advised to verify such claims through official government portals and avoid engaging with suspicious links or sharing sensitive personal or banking information online.

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Is Nirmala Sitharaman Promoting an Investment Scheme Offering INR 5.5 Lakh Weekly Returns? Here’s the Truth
Claim :

A Facebook ad shows Nirmala Sitharaman endorsing an investment scheme promising INR 5.5 lakh weekly returns for an investment of INR 22,000.

Conclusion :

Press Information Bureau confirmed the video is AI-generated and fake; no such scheme is endorsed by the government.

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