A shocking financial fraud has come to light where individuals lost nearly Rs 3.7 lakh by falling victim to a scam disguised as a ration card e-KYC update. The modus operandi involved fraudulent messages promising updates related to ration cards. When recipients clicked on the provided links, they were led to phishing websites designed to harvest sensitive personal information, including bank account details and One-Time Passwords (OTPs). This sophisticated scheme allowed fraudsters to gain unauthorized access to bank accounts and illicitly transfer substantial amounts of money. Authorities are investigating the incident and urging the public to exercise extreme caution when dealing with unsolicited communications regarding government schemes or financial updates. Never share OTPs or personal banking information online. Always verify the authenticity of such messages through official government channels to prevent falling prey to these devastating financial crimes.
