Will the government provide an ₹8,000 bonus for Diwali? Did PM Modi make such an announcement?
A viral message has created a stir on social media, claiming that an ₹8,000 Diwali bonus is being offered in the name of the Prime Minister. Let’s find out how much truth there is to this claim.
With Diwali approaching, everyone is eagerly awaiting gifts and bonuses. Amidst this, a message has gone viral, bringing joy to many. Circulating via WhatsApp, the message claims that PM Modi is giving an ₹8,000 Diwali bonus to everyone.
Many people have begun looking forward to this "Diwali bonus." But the question remains: is this message circulating on social media actually true? Has the central government truly announced an ₹8,000 payout? Let’s investigate.
What does the viral message say?
The news spreading across social media—particularly on WhatsApp—claims that the Government of India is offering a Diwali bonus in the name of the Prime Minister. The message, which includes an image, asserts that the central government is providing an ₹8,000 Diwali bonus. However, please be aware that this message is false and fraudulent.
What is the truth?
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has clarified the facts on its social media handle (X), stating that the news circulating on WhatsApp is fake and directs users to a specific website.
🚨 Scam Alert! 💸 ⚠️ A fraudulent message is circulating on WhatsApp falsely claiming that the Government of India is providing Rs 8000/- as diwali bonus under the name of the Prime Minister. The message leads to a fake website seeking personal information. 💡 Beware of phishing scams that could lead to financial losses. Do not click any suspicious links or share OTPs with unknown people. 🔴 Report suspicious content related to the Central Government to PIB Fact Check 🔽 📲 +91 8799711259 📩 factcheck@pib.gov.in
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) November 2, 2026
This website requests your personal information. Beware of such "phishing" scams; they could lead to the loss of your money. Do not click on any such links. The PIB has also warned the public not to share their OTP (One-Time Password) with unknown individuals.
What should you do if you encounter a fake message?
If you come across any suspicious information purportedly from the central government, you can reach out to the "PIB Fact Check" service. You can reach out to PIB Fact Check via their mobile number, 8799711259, or their email address, factcheck@pib.gov.in. It is worth noting that, in addition to PIB, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has also warned the public about this fraudulent message.
