In a shocking revelation, the Madhya Pradesh Police Cyber Cell reported that over ₹1,054 crore was lost to online scams and cyber frauds in 2024–25. Alarmingly, only ₹1.94 crore has been recovered so far — less than 0.2%.
This marks one of the largest cybercrime losses recorded by a state in recent years.
🔍 Key Status
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 🏦 Total Money Lost to Cybercrime | ₹1,054 crore |
| 💰 Amount Recovered So Far | ₹1.94 crore |
| 📞 Calls to Cyber Helpline (1930) | 18 lakh+ |
| 📑 FIRs Registered | Over 15,000 |
| ⚠️ Daily Fraud Reports | 1,000+ |
🛑 Common Cybercrime Tactics Reported
Fake bank calls asking for OTPs
Fraudulent job offer scams
Investment fraud using crypto apps
UPI payment link scams
Fake e-commerce refund calls
👮♂️ Official Response
Authorities emphasized that early reporting to helpline 1930 has helped in freezing some transactions before the money was siphoned off completely. However, delays in complaints remain a major hurdle.
🔐 Safety Tips for Citizens
Never share OTPs or PINs with anyone.
Use official apps and websites only.
Enable two-factor authentication on all digital platforms.
Report fraud immediately at 1930 or via cybercrime.gov.in.
📢 Government Action Needed
Cyber experts are now demanding:
Strengthened cybercrime units at the district level
Faster inter-bank communication to freeze funds
Awareness campaigns in rural and semi-urban areas
❓ FAQs
Q1: Why is the recovery rate so low in cybercrimes?
Due to the speed of digital transactions and money being routed through multiple accounts and wallets, tracing funds becomes difficult unless reported quickly.
Q2: What is the official cybercrime helpline in MP?
The nationwide helpline 1930 is operational 24x7.
Q3: Can victims recover lost money?
If reported within minutes, there is a small window to freeze and reverse transactions.
Published on : 5th August
Published by : SMITA
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