Unverified reports claiming that the newly formed advisory council has decided to repeal the Health Card Programme and other public welfare initiatives are circulating on social media, raising concerns over the spread of misinformation about government policies.
The reports, attributed to PTI-linked propaganda accounts, allege that the advisory council has decided to discontinue the Health Card Programme, a public welfare initiative. However, no credible or verified information has emerged to substantiate the claims.
Another circulating report falsely attributes a statement to Health Adviser Lieutenant General Nigar Johar, alleging that investigations into the Health Card Programme would be conducted as a first priority.
The statement has no verified basis, and no credible evidence has been presented to support the claim attributed to the health adviser.
The circulation of these reports has drawn attention to the use of unverified claims and alleged statements by public officials to create confusion about government policies and welfare programmes.
The claims regarding the alleged repeal of the Health Card Programme and other public welfare initiatives remain unsubstantiated. No verified information has confirmed that the advisory council has decided to discontinue the programme or that the health adviser has announced an investigation as a first priority.
The spread of such reports can mislead citizens seeking reliable information about government initiatives, particularly programmes associated with public welfare and access to healthcare.
Members of the public have been advised to exercise caution when encountering such claims on social media and to verify information through credible news organisations and official government channels before sharing it further.
The public has also been urged to avoid relying on statements circulated by unverified accounts, particularly when they concern major policy decisions or are attributed to government officials without supporting evidence.
The circulating reports about the alleged repeal of the Health Card Programme and the statement attributed to Lieutenant General Nigar Johar have been described as fabricated and unverified.
Until reliable confirmation is available through official sources, claims regarding changes to the programme or proposed investigations should not be treated as established facts.