New Delhi, January 5: A message circulating widely on WhatsApp claims that the Government of India, through the Ministry of Finance, is offering financial assistance of INR 46,715 to poor and eligible citizens. The viral text urges recipients to “just click on the link and share personal information” to receive the amount directly. Framed as an official welfare benefit, the message uses persuasive language, government references, and urgency to encourage quick action, making it appear credible to unsuspecting users. Many recipients have been forwarding the message, believing it to be a genuine government relief initiative aimed at supporting vulnerable sections of society.

However, the claim has been found to be completely false. The government’s official fact-checking agency, PIB Fact Check, has categorically debunked the viral message, warning citizens that it is a scam. According to PIB Fact Check, no such scheme offering INR 46,715 has been announced by the Ministry of Finance or any other department of the central government. Did You Get an SMS To Update Your Address To Receive a Package From India Post? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake Message.

Fact Check: Viral WhatsApp Message Claiming INR 46,715 Government Aid Is Fake

In an official clarification shared on social media, PIB Fact Check stated that the fraudulent message is designed to steal personal and financial information. Scammers often use fake links to collect sensitive data such as Aadhaar numbers, bank details, or OTPs, which can then be misused for financial fraud. The agency also confirmed that the official handle FinMinIndia has made no announcement related to any such financial aid. Is the Government Introducing New Rules to Monitor Phone Calls and Social Media With Three Blue Ticks on WhatsApp? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake News Going Viral.

Citizens are strongly advised not to click on suspicious links, not to share personal information, and to verify claims related to government schemes only through official websites or verified government social media handles. Authorities have urged people to report such messages and help prevent the spread of misinformation and online fraud.

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Is the Government Offering INR 46,715 as Financial Aid to Poor? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake News Going Viral
Claim :

A WhatsApp message alleges the Government of India is offering INR 46,715 as financial aid and asks users to click a link and share personal details.

Conclusion :

PIB Fact Check has confirmed no such scheme exists. The message is a scam intended to steal personal and financial information.

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