The truth about the central government's internship program news circulating on social media has come to light. A rumor had been spreading for quite some time that the central government would provide eight thousand rupees to illiterate individuals, along with those who passed 5th, 8th, and 10th grades under the 'PM Internship Scheme 2024'.
Are Students Given 8,000 Rupees in an Internship?
This false news was uploaded by the YouTube channel KL Study. A banner was also prepared for this news, detailing this fake program. At the top, 'PM Internship Scheme 2024' is prominently written, followed by 'Good News' repeated three times. It states that this scheme is for illiterate individuals and those who have passed 5th, 8th, and 10th grades. Below, it insists that one will receive eight thousand rupees monthly and encourages immediate form submission.
Fake News Spread by This YouTube Channel
PIB investigated the news and found it to be fake, uploaded by the KL Study YouTube channel. This channel boasts over 151,000 subscribers. Previously, this channel has also spread many false news stories. Additionally, it claims that every account will receive two thousand rupees under the Holi gift scheme.
PIB Shares Information via Tweet
PIB shared this information via its official Twitter handle, accompanied by a poster image. It stated that the YouTube channel, KL ONLINE STUDY, falsely claims in its video that students of classes 8th, 10th, and 12th will receive eight thousand rupees under the 'PM Internship Scheme 2024'. #PIBFactCheck ▶️ This claim is #Fake. ▶️ No such internship scheme is being operated by the central government.
