Chandigarh — The Haryana Police cyber wing has identified and acted against more than 1,000 suspicious online links and social media profiles as part of a statewide crackdown on cyber fraud, illegal digital activity, and misinformation, officials said.
According to an official spokesperson, a total of 1,018 objectionable or suspicious links have been flagged during the ongoing enforcement drive. Of these, 583 links have already been removed or blocked by social media platforms, while the remaining 435 are currently under review and are expected to be taken down soon.
The action is being carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), which police officials described as part of a “serious and time-bound effort” to restore public trust and maintain order across digital platforms.
Fraudulent trading apps targeted
The Director General of Police said cybercrime teams have successfully removed 14 illegal trading applications used to lure users into online investment scams. Another 14 similar applications are in the final stage of review and takedown.
“These apps were misleading people into transferring money by promising high-return trading opportunities,” the spokesperson said, adding that their removal was a key step in disrupting cyber-enabled financial crime.
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Daily monitoring of social media platforms
Police said dedicated cyber teams are now conducting daily surveillance of social media platforms to identify posts, videos, links, and profiles that spread misinformation, create panic, or disturb public peace.
Officials said the drive targets not only financial fraud but also online content that threatens communal harmony or social stability. The objective, they added, is to ensure that digital spaces remain “safe, lawful, and free from provocation.”
Public advisory
Haryana Police urged citizens to remain cautious of online trading offers, unknown calls, and suspicious investment platforms, and advised them to verify the authenticity of apps and financial schemes before transferring money.
Members of the public were also encouraged to report suspicious links and profiles through official cybercrime channels, with police stressing that public cooperation is essential to addressing evolving cyber threats.
Part of a broader cybercrime strategy
Officials said the statewide action forms part of Haryana Police’s broader cybercrime containment strategy, as cases of online fraud have increased in recent years due to the spread of fake investment schemes and phishing-based financial crimes.
The campaign will continue in the coming weeks, with further coordination planned between state cyber units, central agencies, and social media companies. Authorities said the move reflects a tougher law-enforcement stance on cyber fraud and other illegal digital activity, particularly within the online financial and investment ecosystem.
