Himachal Pradesh: Himachal Police have launched a month-long campaign to raise awareness about cybercrimes. As part of this campaign, people are being informed about cybercrimes and the tactics used by cyber fraudsters to defraud people. Police are providing tips on how to avoid falling prey to cybercriminals and preventative measures to protect oneself from cybercriminals and cyberattacks.
According to the police, the most prevalent cybercrimes in the country currently include phishing, identity theft, online fraud, hacking, and ransomware. Police are advising people to be wary of suspicious links and emails and not to click on them, as doing so could lead to identity theft and financial loss. People are also being advised to keep their social media account passwords secure and change them frequently.
Police are advising people to enable two-factor verification and to keep their apps and systems updated. He advised people to immediately report cybercrime to the toll-free cybercrime helpline number 1930 to ensure prompt resolution of their complaints. Cybercrime is one of the major challenges facing people in the state. The state receives over 600 calls per day regarding cybercrime complaints, reflecting the gravity of the situation.
