Coimbatore residents are being targeted by a new cyber scam where fraudsters send fake traffic challan SMS messages mimicking legitimate police portals. These messages contain malicious links that, once clicked, can compromise personal and financial information.
📱 How the Scam Works
Citizens receive an SMS saying: “You have a pending traffic challan. Pay now to avoid penalties”.
The message contains a link that resembles the Tamil Nadu Police portal.
On clicking, users are redirected to a fraudulent payment page that captures UPI credentials, debit card numbers, or OTPs.
Victims are either charged instantly or their data is sold on the dark web.
🕵️ Ongoing Investigation
Coimbatore Cyber Crime Police have warned people not to trust unsolicited SMS links.
Officials clarified that legitimate challans are only available through:
The Parivahan website (https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in)
State Transport Department’s official apps
A case has been registered under Sections of the IT Act and IPC related to digital impersonation and financial fraud.
đź’Ľ Vizzve Finance Risk Advisory
| Risk Type | Impact |
|---|---|
| Digital Fraud | Scam links harvest sensitive banking information and enable UPI theft. |
| Identity Theft | Personal data entered on fake sites is sold or reused for scams. |
| Trust Erosion | Reduces public confidence in e-governance and digital payments. |
| Financial Losses | Users lose money and often face delays in recovering bank funds. |
❓ FAQs – Stay Informed with Vizzve
Q: How can I check if a traffic challan is real?
A: Only use official portals like echallan.parivahan.gov.in or state transport apps. Avoid clicking on links in random SMS or WhatsApp messages.
Q: What should I do if I clicked on the scam link?
A: Immediately disconnect your internet, call your bank, and change your UPI PINs and passwords. File a cybercrime complaint at cybercrime.gov.in.
Q: Can banks recover the lost money?
A: In some cases, yes—if reported quickly and proven to be unauthorized. Time is crucial.
🧠Vizzve Final Word
Digital India comes with digital risks. The Coimbatore traffic challan scam is a reminder that cyber vigilance is the new financial literacy. Always verify links, cross-check sources, and never rush payments triggered by fear or urgency.
At Vizzve Finance, we help you protect your wallet—not just from inflation, but from fraud too.
Stay safe. Stay informed. Stay financially secure.
Published on : 18th July
Published by : SMITA
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