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Hyderabad Police Step Up Cybercrime Drive With Charminar Rally and Volunteer Push

Officials urged victims to report within the golden hour using helpline 1930 or the national cybercrime portal to boost recovery chances.

Overview

  • Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar said fraudsters are exploiting fear and greed and called for heightened vigilance online.
  • At Charminar, the force distributed prevention pamphlets, led a rally to Madina, and administered a cyber‑safety pledge with senior officers in attendance.
  • The Jagrut Hyderabad – Surakshit Hyderabad campaign continues every Tuesday and Saturday with door‑to‑door outreach across the city.
  • Authorities invited residents to register as Cyber Simbas with a goal of one trained cyber‑safety volunteer in every household.
  • Guidance included avoiding unsolicited calls, links and apps, not sharing OTPs or bank details, limiting personal posts on social media, protecting teenage girls from manipulation, and watching for ‘Digital Arrest’ scams targeting seniors.