Is Mukesh Ambani giving free Jio recharge to celebrate son Anant Ambani’s wedding?

A viral WhatsApp message claiming that Mukesh Ambani is offering a 3-month free Jio recharge worth Rs 799 to celebrate his son Anant Ambani’s wedding has been making rounds on social media.

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“On the occasion of Anant Ambani’s marriage on 12th July, Mukesh Ambani is giving 3 months free recharge of Rs 799 to everyone in India. So now recharge your number by clicking on the blue link below,” the message reads.

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The message is accompanied by a link to a suspicious website called “MahaCashback.”

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However, there is no truth to this claim.

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Reliance Jio has not announced any such offer.

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The message is a scam designed to lure users into clicking on the link, potentially compromising their personal information or leading to financial fraud.

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Fake promotional messages are a common tactic used by cybercriminals to exploit the goodwill associated with prominent figures and events.

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In this instance, the Ambani family and their significant social influence are being used to give credibility to the scam.

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Always check the official website or social media pages of the company or individual mentioned in any promotional message. In this case, Reliance Jio’s official channels would be the right place to verify the authenticity of any such offers.

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Refrain from clicking on links in unsolicited messages. These links can lead to phishing sites designed to steal your personal and financial information.

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Never share your personal or financial information on unverified websites. Legitimate companies will never ask for sensitive details via messages or emails.

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Report suspicious messages to the relevant authorities or the platform where you received them. This helps prevent others from becoming victims of the same scam.

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By staying vigilant and following basic online safety practices, you can protect yourself from such fraudulent schemes.

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