Cybercriminals are
constantly evolving their tactics to scam unsuspecting victims. In a
new wave of fraud, scammers are impersonating officials from
TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India), CBI, and law enforcement agencies, falsely claiming that the victim’s phone number is linked to illegal activities.
⚠️ Important Reminder: No legitimate authority (TRAI, police, or CBI) will ever call you asking for financial or personal information. If you receive such a call, stay calm, do not panic, and ignore it!
How the Scam Works📍 Threatening Messages
Scammers send messages claiming that illegal activities have been detected on the victim’s number, leading to a temporary suspension of their SIM card.
📍 Fake Calls from “Officials”
Shortly after, victims receive calls from fraudsters impersonating government officials. These scammers demand large sums of money to reactivate the number or avoid legal trouble.
📍 Convincing Deception
Victims are often told that their SIM card has been canceled and that they must press "9" for more details. Once they do, the scammers falsely claim that they have been "digitally arrested" and must verify their bank account information to resolve the issue.
🚨 Real-Life Victims 🚨
🔹 A Hyderabad resident lost ₹11 lakh to this scam.
🔹 An IIT student in Mumbai was cheated out of ₹7 lakh.
🔹 A man from Kochi lost ₹5 lakh after being duped by fraudsters posing as TRAI officials.
The Kerala government is actively fighting cyber financial fraud by creating a secure digital financial ecosystem with support from the Central Government and RBI.
✅ Over 30,000 fraudulent bank accounts have been blocked
✅ Scam-linked mobile numbers have been deactivated
Despite these efforts, awareness remains the best defense against such scams!
How to Stay Safe from Cyber Fraud Calls🔴 DO NOT share your bank details, ATM PIN, or passwords over the phone.
🔴 DO NOT trust calls claiming to be from TRAI, police, or CBI asking for personal information.
🔴 DO NOT panic—Scammers try to create fear to manipulate victims.
🟢 IGNORE such calls and assume they are fraudulent.
🟢 REPORT any suspicious activity to cybercrime authorities.
📞 Cybercrime Helpline: 1930 (available 24/7)
🌐 Online Complaint Portal:
🚨 If you suspect fraud, act immediately! Reporting scams can help authorities take action and prevent others from falling victim.
💡 Stay informed, stay safe, and share this information with your friends and family!
