PM Modi has not resigned, PIB fact-checks 'letter' going viral in his name

The letter was shared by several users on social media platforms, with claims that Modi had quit as prime minister. A fake resignation letter claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stepped down from his post has been circulating on social media, prompting the Centre on Thursday to issue a clarification and dismiss the claim as false.PM Modi's resignation letter goes viral online; PIB fact-check calls claim false. (HT_PRINT)The viral document, which carried the Ashok Chakra emblem and appeared to have PM Modi’s signature, claimed that the prime minister was resigning due to “personal and political responsibility”.PIB fact check debunks viral claimThe Fact Check unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) rejected the claim and said that no such resignation letter had been issued by the prime minister.In a post on social media, the PIB said, “A letter purportedly signed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being circulated on social media. No such letter has been issued by the Prime Minister, nor has it been signed by him.”Also read | 'Pradhan never ran education ministry, RSS did': Rahul Gandhi's dig over resignationThe PIB also advised internet users to verify information through official sources before sharing such claims online.Fake videos targeting PM Modi also flaggedThe latest clarification came a day after the PIB fact-check unit denied fabricated videos circulating online that showed PM Modi allegedly making threatening remarks against protesters at Jantar Mantar over the paper leaks issue.Also read | Dharmendra Pradhan and Yvette Berry: Two education ministers, two contrasting resignations in two days“A video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is doing rounds on the internet claiming that he made a statement regarding action on students who participated in the protest across India,” the PIB had said.The agency stated that the videos were AI-generated and did not represent the prime minister’s actual statements.Viral posts emerge after Pradhan's resignationEducation minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned last week, after weeks of massive student protests in Delhi seeking his resignation over exam irregularities, particularly the NEET-UG paper leak.Also read | ‘Garlanding him as if he won war with Pakistan’: Congress slams Pradhan's felicitation in ParliamentPradhan announced his resignation from the post on X. He said that he was taking the decision keeping the future of students in mind. "...To ensure that anti-national elements are not benefited by the situation at Jantar Mantar and across the country, that the nation remains united, students in India do not get tangled in legal complexities and focus on their studies and their career, I have tendered my resignation to the Prime Minister...," the letter reads.Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read MoreSocial MediaGet the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.