New Delhi: The Indian government has ramped up efforts to combat cybercrime by forming seven joint cyber coordination teams to enhance collaboration among law enforcement agencies tackling digital fraud across the country, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Wednesday.
Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar revealed that the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has proactively identified and blocked more than 3,962 Skype IDs and 83,668 WhatsApp accounts linked to digital arrest scams.
Now Open: Pan-India Registration for Fraud Investigators!
Highlighting the massive crackdown on cyber fraud, he stated that authorities have disabled over 7.81 lakh SIM cards and 2,08,469 IMEIs—unique identifiers assigned to mobile devices—associated with digital fraud activities as of February 28, 2025.
Seven Joint Cyber Teams to Tackle Cybercrime Hotspots
To address multi-jurisdictional cybercrime challenges, the government has set up seven specialized cyber coordination teams under I4C. These teams will cover key hotspots: Mewat, Jamtara, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Visakhapatnam, and Guwahati. Their primary objective is to enhance inter-agency coordination across states and Union Territories, facilitating quicker crackdowns on cybercriminal networks.
Financial Cyber Fraud System Prevents Losses Worth Rs 4,386 Crore
The Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System, launched under I4C in 2021, has proven instrumental in preventing cyber fraud. According to the minister, this system has helped safeguard over Rs 4,386 crore across more than 13.36 lakh complaints by swiftly identifying and halting fraudulent transactions.
Empanelment for Speakers, Trainers, and Cyber Security Experts Opens at Future Crime Research Foundation
Additionally, a dedicated toll-free helpline, 1930, is available for citizens to report cyber fraud incidents in real time, ensuring immediate action against fraudsters.
Cybercrime Suspect Registry Launched
In a bid to curb financial cybercrimes, the government introduced a Suspect Registry of Cyber Criminals on September 10, 2024, in collaboration with banks and financial institutions. This registry has recorded over 8 lakh suspect profiles and identified more than 20 lakh mule accounts, preventing fraudulent transactions worth Rs 2,889 crore.
With these robust measures in place, the government continues to reinforce its cyber defense framework, aiming to make digital spaces safer for citizens.