Possible time of origin : 2012
Circulation platforms : Facebook, Whatsapp
Circulation geography : India
Original Message Version Under Analysis:
Good News By PM Modi-If you have a function/party at your home and when you see lots of food getting wasted, Pls don't hesitate to call 1098 (IN INDIA ONLY) - child help line.They will come and collect the food...Please circulate this message which can help feed many children. PLEASE DONT BREAK THIS CHAIN, Helping hands are better than Praying Lips"Copy n paste takes only few seconds...
Analysis by Merofact Awareness Team:
Thogh 1098 toll free number exist to help child, but not for collecting foods. Please open Childline India Foundation website at http://www.childlineindia.org.in/. There is a proper disclaimer saying " Warning : We understand there is a chain mail circulating that says - one should call up 1098 to pick up left over food after a party etc so that it is not wasted. This is not true. We are India 's only and most widespread Children's phone emergency outreach service (1098) for children in need of care and protection. We do not pick up food or distribute food. This mail was not initiated by us, kindly do not circulate it. Your cooperation is appreciated."
The above message is self explanatory. Telegraph India made a news on that also, as early as Jan, 2012.
Thogh 1098 toll free number exist to help child, but not for collecting foods. Please open Childline India Foundation website at http://www.childlineindia.org.in/. There is a proper disclaimer saying " Warning : We understand there is a chain mail circulating that says - one should call up 1098 to pick up left over food after a party etc so that it is not wasted. This is not true. We are India 's only and most widespread Children's phone emergency outreach service (1098) for children in need of care and protection. We do not pick up food or distribute food. This mail was not initiated by us, kindly do not circulate it. Your cooperation is appreciated."
The above message is self explanatory. Telegraph India made a news on that also, as early as Jan, 2012.