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PIB Debunks Fake Claim: Ashwini Vaishnaw Never Called Chinese Robot 'Indian'

The Press Information Bureau's Fact Check unit has declared false a viral social media claim that Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described a Chinese robot at Galgotias University as Indian. The claim originated from an account named "China Pulse." PIB clarified that the minister made no such statement about the robot's origin. This action is part of ongoing efforts to combat misinformation about government officials and policies.

Key Points: PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake Claim on Ashwini Vaishnaw

  • Viral claim debunked by PIB
  • False statement attributed to Ashwini Vaishnaw
  • Claim originated from 'China Pulse' account
  • Aimed at curbing misinformation
  • Part of regular fact-checking efforts
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No, Ashwini Vaishnaw did not call Chinese robot 'Indian': PIB Fact Check

PIB Fact Check clarifies a viral social media claim falsely attributing a statement about a Chinese robot to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

No, Ashwini Vaishnaw did not call Chinese robot 'Indian': PIB Fact Check
"the Union Minister has nowhere said that the robot... is an Indian robot - PIB Fact Check"

New Delhi, Feb 18

The Press Information Bureau's Fact Check unit on Wednesday dismissed as false a viral claim circulating on social media that Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described a Chinese robot showcased at Galgotias University as an Indian robot.

The clarification came after a post by a handle named "China Pulse" alleged that Union Minister Vaishnaw had stated that a robot presented at Galgotias University was Indian, even though it was Chinese.

The post claimed that the Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and Information Technology made the remark during a public event.

However, the government's official fact-checking body, Press Information Bureau Fact Check, said the claim is false.

In its response, PIB Fact Check clearly stated that the Union Minister has nowhere said that the robot presented by Galgotias University is an Indian robot.

The viral claim was shared by the account "China Pulse" (@Eng_china5), which alleged that the Minister had misrepresented the origin of the robot.

The PIB's clarification aims to stop the spread of misinformation and ensure accurate reporting of statements made by public officials.

The fact check comes amid growing concerns over misleading content on social media platforms.

PIB Fact Check regularly reviews and counters viral claims related to government policies, ministers and public institutions to prevent confusion among citizens.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Why is there always an attempt to make our ministers look foolish? Ashwini Vaishnaw is a capable minister. This seems like a deliberate smear campaign from across the border to create mistrust.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the fact check, I wish the clarification came even faster. The false claim had already gone viral by the time this was issued. PIB needs to be more proactive, not reactive.
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Sarah B
It's concerning how easily fabricated content spreads. As someone who follows tech news, I know Galgotias University does showcase innovations from everywhere. The minister was probably just appreciating the tech, not claiming its origin.
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Karthik V
Baseless controversy. Instead of focusing on who made what robot, we should focus on how we can promote our own 'Make in India' robotics. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Nisha Z
This is why I only trust official sources. My WhatsApp groups were buzzing with this "news" yesterday. Shared the PIB link and put an end to the discussion. More people should follow PIB Fact Check.

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