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There has been a significant rise in cyber fraud cases involving fake SMS messages and fraudulent links sent under the name of India Post. As a result, the Police Headquarters (PHQ) has issued an advisory warning the public about such scams on Thursday. The advisory, issued by DG, Cyber Crime, Hemant Priyadarshi, urges people to remain cautious and avoid clicking on suspicious links.
According to Priyadarshi, cybercriminals have been sending messages claiming that a parcel could not be delivered due to an incorrect address. These messages contain a fake mobile number, an email address, and a fraudulent link, prompting recipients to update their details. Once a user clicks on the link, they are redirected to a counterfeit website designed to resemble the official India Post site, where they are asked to enter personal information such as name, address, phone number, and banking details. In some cases, victims are tricked into making online payments.
PHQ has emphasized that India Post never asks for personal details through SMS links. Instead, people should verify parcel information only through India Post’s official helpline at 18002666868 or use legitimate tracking services such as the India Post Speed Post Tracking and the Consignment Tracking Portal. Users can enter their consignment number on these platforms to check their parcel’s status.
The Rajasthan Police’s cybercrime wing has urged the public to stay vigilant and report any fraudulent messages or suspicious activity. Scams can be reported by calling the Cyber Helpline at 1930, visiting the national cybercrime portal at cybercrime.gov.in, or contacting the nearest police station or cyber police unit.
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