PM Narendra Modi Announced 1 Tola Gold for Every Aadhaar Card Holder? PIB Fact Check Reveals Truth Behind Viral Video
A viral video claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced free gold for Aadhaar card holders is fake, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check has clarified. The video circulating on Instagram falsely claims that every Aadhaar card holder is eligible to receive 1 tola of gold under a government scheme.
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A viral video claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced free gold for Aadhaar card holders is fake, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check has clarified. The video circulating on Instagram falsely claims that every Aadhaar card holder is eligible to receive 1 tola of gold under a government scheme.
Did PM Modi Announce 1 Tola Gold For Aadhaar Holders?
No. The Government of India has not announced any scheme offering 1 tola of gold to Aadhaar card holders. PIB Fact Check has confirmed that the viral video is a deepfake and has been digitally manipulated to make it appear as though the Prime Minister made such an announcement. Is the Government Offering INR 46,715 as Financial Aid to Poor? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake News Going Viral.
Aadhaar Gold Scheme Fact Check: PIB Debunks Viral Video Claiming 1 Tola Free Gold For Holders
📣 डीपफेक वीडियो से सावधान रहें!
#Instagram पेज ‘indiamobileyojna’ द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी का एक डिजिटली ऑल्टर्ड वीडियो साझा कर यह दावा किया जा रहा है कि सभी आधार कार्ड धारकों को मुफ्त में 1 तोला सोना दिया जाएगा।#PIBFactCheck
❌ यह दावा फर्जी है।
✅ प्रधानमंत्री… pic.twitter.com/1v3jORuqT9
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) August 17, 2026
The video was reportedly shared by an Instagram page named 'indiamobileyojna'. Such misleading videos can create confusion among people by falsely presenting fabricated announcements as official government schemes.
Is The Viral Aadhaar Gold Scheme Real?
No. There is no official government announcement stating that Aadhaar card holders will receive free gold. The viral claim should not be treated as a genuine welfare scheme.
People should verify government scheme-related claims through official platforms before clicking on links, sharing personal information or making any payments. PIB Fact Check Debunks ‘Misleading’ Power Crisis Claims, Says Grid Stable and Demand Fully Met.
How Can You Verify Government Schemes?
Citizens can check genuine government welfare schemes through the official myScheme portal. Government announcements should also be verified through official government websites and verified social media accounts rather than relying on viral posts or videos.
Deepfake videos can manipulate audio, visuals and statements to make it appear that a public figure has made a particular announcement. Such digitally altered content can be used to spread misinformation or lure people into fraudulent schemes.
How To Stay Safe From Such Scams?
People should avoid clicking on suspicious links shared alongside viral government scheme claims. They should also avoid sharing Aadhaar details, bank information, OTPs or other sensitive personal information with unknown individuals or websites.
PIB Fact Check has advised citizens to report suspicious government-related claims. Such information can be sent to the PIB Fact Check WhatsApp number at +91 8799711259 or emailed to factcheck@pib.gov.in.
The viral claim that Aadhaar card holders will receive 1 tola of free gold is therefore fake. Citizens are advised to verify such claims through official sources before believing or sharing them.
Fact check
Aadhaar card holders will get 1 tola of free gold under a government scheme announced by PM Modi.
The claim is fake. PIB Fact Check confirmed the viral video is a digitally manipulated deepfake and no such government scheme has been announced.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 17, 2026 01:39 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
