Govt Debunks Deepfake Scam: Nirmala Sitharaman Video Promises ₹10 Lakh Monthly, It's Fake!

• A viral video claims ₹10 lakh monthly income from a ₹22,000 investment, featuring Nirmala Sitharaman or Shaktikanta Das.
• PIB Fact Check has declared the video a fake AI deepfake scam, promoted via sponsored ads on Instagram.
• Government confirms no such investment scheme is approved by the Finance Minister, RBI, or Government of India.
• The scam aims to extract personal details like Aadhaar, bank details, and OTP, leading to identity theft and financial loss.
• Another fake message about the Ministry of Finance providing ₹46,715 aid to citizens was also debunked by PIB Fact Check.

Why It Matters: Beware of deepfake videos and fake investment schemes; government warns against scams using public figures.