The Press Information Bureau has officially dismissed a viral social media claim suggesting that the Government of India plans to introduce a gold bond scheme for temples in exchange for their gold holdings.
In a statement shared on X, the fact-check unit clarified that no such decision has been taken by the government and urged citizens not to circulate unverified information. The clarification comes amid growing online speculation about a proposed monetisation mechanism involving temple gold reserves.
Authorities reiterated that public should rely only on verified government communications and official channels for accurate updates, warning that misleading claims can create unnecessary confusion and misinformation in financial and policy-related matters.
The false claim had been widely circulated across social media platforms, prompting the government’s rapid response to counter the narrative and restore clarity on the issue.