A viral social media message falsely claims the Indian government is giving away 1.5 crore 5-star air conditioners under the 'PM Modi AC Yojana 2025'. PIB Fact Check has debunked this claim, clarifying that no such scheme exists. The government advises the public to avoid clicking on unknown links or sharing personal information and to verify claims with official sources.
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