Claim: Fake LinkedIn accounts are impersonating the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), claiming to provide official updates and information
Verdict: False.
Introduction
Several fake LinkedIn profiles have been found impersonating the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). These accounts falsely present themselves as official government sources, potentially misleading users with false information. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check team has clarified that MoHFW does not have an official LinkedIn account and urged citizens not to trust or engage with such profiles.
What is the Claim?
The viral LinkedIn profiles claim to be the official LinkedIn accounts of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, sharing supposed government updates.
What Are the Facts?
- PIB Fact Check confirmed that these LinkedIn profiles are fake.
- The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare does not operate any official LinkedIn account.
- PIB warned that such accounts can spread false or misleading information and advised people to verify all updates from official government websites and verified social media handles.
What Factcheck India Found?
True: Fake LinkedIn accounts are impersonating the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
False: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare does not have an official LinkedIn account.
Conclusion
The claim that the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has an official LinkedIn account is false. Citizens should avoid engaging with such fake profiles and verify any health-related updates from official government sources. Earlier, PIB also debunked a viral WhatsApp message about a ‘Blood on Call’ helpline number 104, clarifying that no such central government scheme exists.