evidence: Another favourite Indian rumour involving UNESCO is the claim that India’s national anthem–Jana Gana Mana–has been declared the "Best National Anthem In The World". The fake news started in 2008 through email and then caught the UN agency’s attention. "We are aware of several blogs in India reporting this story, but can assure you that UNESCO has made no such announcement concerning the anthem of India or any country," a UNESCO official toldIndia Today in 2008. [...] Congratulations!! ?Our National Anthem "Jana Gana Mana. "is now declared as "THE BEST ANTHEM OF THE WORLD" By UNESCO.!PROUD to be an INDIAN. [...] It isn't an independence day without "UNESCO declared india's National Anthem the best" message on whatsapp, especially on the family group.