Rising 'Digital Arrest' Scams Prompt Nationwide Alert

Prime Minister Modi warns citizens against sophisticated cyber frauds posing as law enforcement to extort money.

A 'digital arrest' scam involves fraudsters impersonating police or officials to intimidate victims into paying large sums of money.
Recent cases include a Hyderabad techie and a Mumbai woman, with losses reaching into millions of rupees.
The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre reported ₹120 crore lost to digital arrest scams in early 2024 alone.
Prime Minister Modi advises the public to 'stop, think, and act' by verifying suspicious calls and reporting them to authorities.
Scammers often use personal data and create an atmosphere of fear, exploiting victims' lack of awareness about digital fraud.