Deepfake videos of Nirmala Sitharaman are scamming people—here's what you need to know
Bengaluru police just uncovered a scam where deepfake videos of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman were used to push fake investment platforms online.
These AI-generated clips claimed she was backing schemes that promised wild returns—like earning ₹10 lakh a month from just ₹22,000.
All of it was completely fake.
The government says: Don't fall for it
The Press Information Bureau has confirmed these videos are digitally manipulated, and neither Sitharaman nor the government is involved in any such schemes.
Police have filed cases against unknown scammers who use these videos to trick people into sharing personal and banking info on bogus websites.
Deepfakes are getting more convincing—here's how to stay safe
Scammers aren't stopping at politicians; they're also faking celebrities like Virat Kohli and Hrithik Roshan.
With AI tools making deepfakes easier than ever, always double-check investment offers on official sites, avoid clicking sketchy links, never share your bank details with strangers, and report suspicious content when you see it.
Staying alert online is more important than ever!