WhatsApp viral message claims after Bihar elections win PM Modi is giving free recharge for 3 months! Here is truth

A viral WhatsApp forward has triggered fresh concerns over misinformation after it claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is offering a three-month free mobile recharge to celebrate his electoral victory in Bihar. The message, widely circulated since Monday, suggests that all citizens can avail the supposed benefit by clicking on a link attached to the forward. As the claim gained rapid traction across social media groups, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) stepped in to set the record straight.PIB Fact Check has categorically stated that the claim is fake and that no such announcement has been made either by the Prime Minister or by the Government of India. Officials noted that misleading messages like this often emerge around major political events, making it essential for users to cross-verify information before sharing it further.In its advisory, PIB warned that such forwards may not only mislead people but could also expose them to potential online risks, especially when unknown links are involved. Many past incidents have shown that fraudulent messages are often used to gather personal data or lure users into scams disguised as government schemes.To curb the spread of misinformation, PIB Fact Check has urged citizens to remain vigilant and rely only on official sources. The government’s fact-checking arm regularly debunks misleading claims circulating on social media and encourages users to report any suspicious content directly to them for verification.Citizens can share questionable photos, videos or messages related to the central government through PIB Fact Check’s official channels for confirmation. The details are:WhatsApp: +91 8799711259Email: factcheck@pib.gov.inAuthorities reiterated that verifying information is crucial in the digital age, where misleading claims can spread within minutes. The public has been advised to avoid clicking on unfamiliar links and to stop the circulation of unverified WhatsApp messages that could potentially cause confusion or harm.