Cyber fraudsters are targeting citizens across India by circulating fake links and messages disguised as Census Verification communications. These scammers are attempting to deceive people into sharing their personal, financial, and sensitive information through fraudulent schemes. Authorities have issued urgent warnings to the public to remain vigilant against such cyber fraud attempts that exploit the trust associated with official government processes.
Citizens are being strongly advised not to click on any unverified links received through messages, emails, or social media platforms claiming to be related to census activities. People should never share critical information such as Aadhaar details, OTPs, PINs, bank account information, passwords, or any other confidential data with unknown persons or suspicious websites. Cybercriminals use these details to gain unauthorized access to bank accounts and commit identity theft.
It is important to note that official Census authorities never request OTPs, PINs, bank account details, or any financial credentials from the public through phone calls, text messages, or online links. Government census operations follow strict protocols and do not solicit sensitive financial information through digital channels. Any communication asking for such details should be treated as a potential fraud attempt.
The public is urged to always verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be related to Census activities before responding or sharing any information. Citizens can check with official government websites or contact local administrative offices to confirm the legitimacy of any census-related correspondence. Taking a few moments to verify can prevent significant financial loss and data breaches.
Authorities emphasize the need for citizens to stay alert and maintain cyber safety practices in their daily digital interactions. Suspicious links, messages, or cyber fraud attempts should be reported immediately to help prevent others from falling victim to these scams. Quick reporting also assists law enforcement agencies in tracking and apprehending cybercriminals.
Anyone who encounters suspicious census verification messages or links should report them to the National Cyber Crime Helpline at 1930 or file a complaint online through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. These platforms operate round the clock to assist citizens and take action against cyber fraud. Prompt reporting helps authorities identify fraud patterns and issue timely warnings to protect the wider public from emerging cyber threats.
