Nirmala Sitharaman Viral Fake Video: A video is becoming increasingly viral on social media. In this video it is being claimed that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is supporting a special investment platform.

It is also being said in the video that if a person invests Rs 21 thousand, he can get a return of up to Rs 30 lakh. After watching this video, many people have started believing it to be true, but everyone will be surprised to know the truth behind it.

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What is being claimed?

In the video going viral, Nirmala Sitharaman is shown talking about an investment platform. Along with this, it is being claimed in the video that…

• You will have to invest only Rs 21 thousand.
• In return you will get a return of up to Rs 30 lakh.
• Also, this scheme is being said to be government related and trustworthy.
• The video has been made in such a way that everyone believes it to be true.

What is the truth of the claim?

This viral video has been investigated by PIB Fact Check. Investigation revealed that this video is completely fake and has been created with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

What did PIB Fact Check say?

Now this viral video has been investigated by PIB Fact Check. Investigation revealed that this video is completely fake and has been made with the help of Artificial Intelligence i.e. AI. PIB Fact Check clearly said that…

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has not supported any such scheme.
• Also, the Government of India has not approved any such investment platform.
• And this video has been made to cheat people.

Beware of Online Investment Scams

A link circulating on #WhatsApp directs users to a video falsely portraying Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman endorsing an investment platform. The video claims that an investment of ₹21,000 can generate returns of up to ₹30 lakh.… pic.twitter.com/cDgY5AneP9

— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 7, 2026

What’s in the viral video?

A face and voice similar to that of Nirmala Sitharaman has been used in the viral video. Also, people are being lured to invest in videos and claims of giving more returns in less time are being made. This is its biggest identity that it could be a fake investment scam.

What warning did PIB Fact Check give?

PIB Fact Check has warned people and also said that fraudsters are making fake videos using AI technology these days. Such videos try to deceive people and cheat them by luring them with higher returns.

How to avoid such scams?

If you also come across any such video or link.

• Do not click on it immediately.
• Also do not share your banking and personal information.
• First check the information from official government sources whether it is correct or not.
• Keep in mind that if any scheme claims to give high returns in very little investment, then be alert.

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Where to complain?

If you receive any such message, video or link, report it immediately.

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Email: factcheck@pib.gov.in