A viral social media post falsely claiming that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has resigned from office has been debunked by India’s Press Information Bureau (PIB). The government’s Fact Check unit has identified the purported resignation letter, which included the national emblem and a forged signature, as a fabrication.
The PIB clarified that Prime Minister Modi has not issued or signed any resignation letter. The bureau urged the public to verify information through official sources before sharing it online, highlighting the importance of relying on credible channels for news.
This clarification comes amid a series of misinformation incidents circulating on social media. Among these are AI-generated videos that falsely depict the prime minister making statements about student protests, adding to the growing concern over manipulated content.
Authorities have been advising the public to exercise caution regarding the spread of such deceptive materials on social media platforms. The PIB’s intervention underscores the ongoing battle against misinformation and the need for vigilance in the digital age.