Fake Scheme Details:
The government released an alert about a fraudulent scheme called "Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana." This fraudulent scheme assurances appointments for customer support representatives with a compensation of Rs 28,500 and a registration fee of Rs 1,090. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) checked the facts and confirmed that the government does not run such a scheme. The PIB tweeted, "This claim is fake; no such scheme is being run by the government," with the hashtag #PIBFactCheck. Citizens are warned to exercise caution and not fall victim to such scams.
How to Verify Government Schemes?
To avoid falling victim to such fraudulent schemes, the public should verify the legitimacy of any government program through official channels. This includes:
Official websites:
For official announcements and press releases, go to websites such as the Ministry of Labour and Employment (labour.gov.in) and the Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in).
PIB Fact Check:
To receive real-time updates, visit the PIB Fact Check page (factcheck.pib.gov.in) or follow @PIBFactCheck on Twitter.
Government helplines:
For confirmation, contact the government's official helplines.
Avoid suspicious requests:
Do not pay registration fees or provide personal information without verification.
Verified Social Media Accounts:
Follow verified government social media accounts for the latest updates.
By following these steps, you can protect yourself from fraudulent schemes and ensure that you are using legitimate government services and programs. Stay informed and avoid fraud.
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