A viral WhatsApp message promising free laptops under a “National Student Laptop Scheme 2026” has been officially debunked. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) says the claim is false and that such messages are often used to lure students into clicking links meant to steal personal or financial details. Authorities warn users to ignore the offers and not share information.
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