In view of the increasing cyber crimes in the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to the general public to remain vigilant and aware. Through “Yogi ki Pati” (Yogi’s Letter), the Chief Minister informed the people of the state on Monday that while mobile phones, the internet, and computers have made life easier, they have also led to a rapid increase in cases of cyber fraud and online crime.
The Chief Minister said that the Uttar Pradesh government is continuously taking concrete steps to prevent cyber crimes. Before 2017, there were only two cybercrime police stations in the state, while now cybercrime police stations are operational in all 75 districts of the state. In addition, cyber help desks have been set up in all police stations so that victims can receive immediate assistance.
In his message, the Chief Minister issued a special warning regarding fraud being committed in the name of “digital arrest.” He clarified that there is no such provision as digital arrest in any law of the country. Neither the police nor any government agency arrests anyone nor demands money through video calls, WhatsApp, or social media. People should immediately be vigilant if they receive such calls or messages.
The Chief Minister also advised caution in the use of social media. He explained that sharing photos, videos, or location on social media allows criminals to gather information about you and misuse it. Therefore, do not share your personal information, bank details, or OTP with anyone.
If someone becomes a victim of cyber fraud, there is no need to panic. In such a case, a complaint should be immediately registered on the cyber helpline number 1930. Filing a complaint on time increases the chances of recovering the defrauded money.
Chief Minister Adityanath appealed to the people to become aware of themselves and also inform their family and people around them, especially the elderly, about preventing cybercrime. He said that a safe and cybercrime-free Uttar Pradesh can only be created through public awareness.