
Written By Deepti Ratnam
Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Dec 16, 2024, 10:06 AM (IST)
The National Payment Corporation of India has issued an advisory to several GPay, PhonePe, and Other UPI users about the rising threat of Digital Arrest Scam. Online fraud via UPI has risen in the country and the government and national organizations are alerting people to be aware of such scams. To recall, PM Modi mentioned the Digital Arrest Scam in one of his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ episodes. Organizations like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) issue several advisories for people alerting them about Digital Arrest Scam as well as IVR Scam. Also Read: Coin Sale Scam In India Explained: Why RBI Will Never Buy Your Old Rs 5 Or Rs 10 Coins
Digital Arrest is a scam where a person impersonates a higher government official and defrauds their victim. These scammers often use polished wording and information to grab their victim’s attention. Victims receive messages, phone calls, or text messages falsely accusing them of involving in a cyber crime or money laundering case. Also Read: Doctor Loses 36 Crores After Clicking A Facebook Ad Of Fake Investment Scam: How To Stay Safe
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The NPCI advisory has mentioned some of the Do’s and Don’t about these scams: