A widely circulated message on social media has prompted concern after claiming that the Central government has launched a fake blood on call service through the 104 helpline. The message, which appears genuine at first glance, suggests that blood can be delivered within four hours and a 40 km radius for a fee. However, the government has officially debunked this claim, stating that it is entirely false and misleading.
Government confirms no blood on call service via 104
The viral message outlines that by calling 104, citizens can access a nationwide blood on call service at Rs 450 per unit of blood, with an additional Rs 100 as transportation cost. It further urges recipients to forward the information to as many people as possible, stating it can help save lives.
However, a PIB fact check has confirmed that this is a fake blood on call service claim with no connection to any actual government initiative. According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), there is no such scheme currently run by the Central government.
While the 104 helpline does exist in various Indian states, it is intended only for health-related queries, telemedicine consultations, and COVID-19 support—not for any blood on call service. The message, although widespread, lacks official validation and should not be trusted.
PIB fact check urges citizens to stay alert
The PIB fact check clearly stated, “The Government of India is not running any such scheme. This number is used for various helpline services in some states.” The fake blood on call service message, which has been online since 2022, continues to mislead the public.
The Central government has cautioned against sharing such misinformation, even unintentionally, as it can cause unnecessary panic and misuse of healthcare resources. The use of 104 in this context is incorrect and misleading.
Officials stress the importance of verifying any claims related to health services through official channels. The spread of fake blood on call service posts, despite repeated clarifications and PIB fact check alerts, highlights the need for vigilance when encountering viral health-related content.
Conclusion
As a trusted health information platform, we urge readers to verify medical claims through official sources. The blood on call service via 104 is false, as confirmed by the PIB fact check. Avoid spreading unverified health messages.
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