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Mumbai Police Boosts Cybercrime Response with New Labs and Women-Centric Facilities

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates advanced cyber labs and public-focused initiatives to tackle rising digital crimes and financial frauds.

Overview

  • Three state-of-the-art cyber labs were inaugurated in Mumbai, equipped with advanced forensic tools for recovering tampered or deleted digital evidence.
  • Financial frauds were identified as the leading category of cybercrimes, prompting a push for more tech-savvy policing and digital literacy efforts.
  • Mumbai Police successfully intervened in a ₹12 crore cyber fraud case, recovering ₹11.20 crore for the victim, showcasing their rapid response capabilities.
  • Women’s Help Rooms and child assistance units have been established at all 87 police stations in Mumbai, ensuring accessible and secure support for victims.
  • Additional measures, including interceptor vehicles, forensic lab vans, and video surveillance systems, were launched to modernize law enforcement and enhance public safety.