On January 11, self-proclaimed business coach Vivek Bindra claimed that the Indian government had issued a new Rs. 5 stamp bearing his image. In a tweet, he expressed his excitement over the alleged honor, saying “What will it feel like when you’re putting a postal stamp and that stamp has your picture on it? This is the joy I felt when I saw that the Indian government has released a stamp with my name and photo on it. This was a moment of pride. I thank the Indian government/Postal department for this honor.”
However, this claim was quickly debunked by India Post, who replied to the tweet and clarified that the image in question was part of a personalized stamp scheme, and that anyone could have their own stamp printed. Personalized stamps are a service provided by India Post, which allows customers to design their own stamp with their own images.
This incident highlighted the importance of verifying information before sharing it on social media. It also serves as a reminder that not all information shared on social media is accurate, and that it is important to fact-check before spreading potentially false or misleading information.
It’s important for individuals and organizations to be cautious when making claims, especially when it comes to government-related matters, to avoid spreading misinformation and causing confusion among the public.
