Claim: Recently, an image allegedly depicting @hinaparvezbutt, Chairperson of the Punjab Women Protection Authority, standing at the entrance of a “Love Museum,” has been widely circulated on social media platforms. A Facebook user shared the image, posing the question: “At the expense of Pakistan’s taxpayers, what exactly is this lady attempting to promote by visiting a Love Museum???” The dissemination of this image was intended to create the perception that @hinaparvezbutt was misusing public resources to visit frivolous and controversial venues. Numerous social media users, without conducting any verification, shared the image while criticizing both the government and the concerned authorities.

Fact-Check: Upon thorough investigation by the Fake News Watchdog, it has been conclusively determined that the circulating image is fabricated and has no connection to @hinaparvezbutt. The image in question was originally posted on Reddit approximately one year ago and depicts a foreign national standing at the entrance of the “Love Museum.” While the background, signage, clothing, and angle in the image are authentic, the woman’s face has been digitally manipulated using artificial intelligence technologies to resemble that of
@hinaparvezbutt. The image is an example of “deepfake” technology, a method often used to falsely attribute appearances or actions to public figures with the intent to defame.

Conclusion: The investigation irrefutably establishes that the image being circulated is fake. The public is strongly advised to verify the authenticity of any information or images prior to sharing them, in order to prevent the spread of disinformation and malicious propaganda. It is the responsibility of every individual to act with diligence and contribute to curbing the dissemination of false narratives while promoting factual and verified information. #HinaPerveiz #lovemuseum #DeepFakeImage #FakeNews @pmln_org