Haryana Police stands as a national leader in cyber security, championing innovative approaches to combat digital fraud. This commitment has resulted in a remarkable Rs 103 crore saved from potential losses since November 2021. In the last six months (September 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024), Haryana Police prevented Rs 73 crore in cyber fraud attempts. This success garnered praise from across the nation, showcased during a Finance Ministry meeting at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi where Haryana Police's exemplary practices were shared with fintech and law enforcement agencies. Under the leadership of Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur, Haryana Police has prioritized cyber security. Expanded helpline staff, rigorous training, and round-the-clock shifts have increased responsiveness. Strategic alliances with banks have skyrocketed in fund-blocking success.

Recognizing the pivotal role of banks in combating cybercrime, Haryana Police forged alliances with leading financial institutions, leading to a significant surge in fund blocking rate In April alone, a proactive approach led to the apprehension of 137 cyber criminals. This includes focused surveillance of hotspots and a commitment to decisive action.

Haryana Police utilizes cutting-edge technology recognition software. In Nuh district, 496,000 fraudulent mobile numbers were blocked, with an additional 72,935 blocked nationally. Over 9,500 awareness campaigns, reaching 6 million people, demonstrate a commitment to public education.

Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur, emphasized the reinforcement and training of field units for effective law enforcement against cybercrime. Haryana Police bolstered its infrastructure by establishing 29 cyber police stations across the state, enabling the training of 4989 police officers in cybercrime investigation and cyber forensics. Since February 1, 2022, Haryana Police has addressed the concerns of 7.25 lakh individuals regarding cybercrime. The Director General of Police urged the public not to disclose personal banking information to unknown individuals. In the event of falling victim to cyber fraud, he urged immediate contact with the cyber helpline number 1930. He stressed the critical importance of the "golden hour" – the first hour following a cybercrime – where freezing fraudulent transactions is most feasible. Therefore, prompt reporting of incidents is essential to mitigate losses effectively.

Haryana Police has emerged as a national leader in cybersecurity, pioneering innovative strategies to combat digital fraud. Their commitment has yielded remarkable results, particularly in eight months (September 2023 - April 2024), during which they thwarted Rs 73 crore in cyber fraud attempts. Since November 2021, their efforts have protected a total of Rs 103 crore from potential losses. This success garnered national recognition, with Haryana's exemplary practices being showcased at a Finance Ministry recent meeting in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, for the benefit of fintech and law enforcement agencies. The meeting brought together fintech and law enforcement agencies to discuss and share best practices. Haryana Police seized this opportunity to impart their exemplary strategies for preventing cybercrime to other states. The gathering included representatives from prominent fintech companies like Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, and Amazon, along with 60 other companies involved in the sectors. Under the leadership of Haryana Director General of Police, Shatrujeet Kapur, a comprehensive analysis of the existing cybersecurity system was conducted, revealing critical vulnerabilities. To rectify these weaknesses, the cyber helpline team underwent significant expansion, with its personnel strength doubling to 70. This enlarged team received intensive training and was deployed in two shifts, ensuring uninterrupted coverage.

Recognizing the crucial role of banks in cybercrime control, Haryana Police has taken proactive measures to address cybersecurity challenges in collaboration with bank representatives. A meeting was held with bank officials to identify and address existing shortcomings. HDFC Bank, in a pilot project, partnered with Haryana Police, yielding positive outcomes. Subsequently, under the chairmanship of Police Director General Shatrujeet Kapur, meetings were organized with other major banks to formulate a joint strategy. Currently, 13 nodal officers from eight major banks are working alongside the Haryana Police team. This collaboration has significantly enhanced the fund blocking rate, which rose from a mere 8% in September 2023 to 27% in March 2024. According to the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Center (I4C), this is the highest percentage in the country.

In a groundbreaking effort to combat cybercrime, the Haryana Police has harnessed Astra software and facial recognition technology to block mobile numbers associated with individuals misusing identity documents for fraudulent purposes. This proactive initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Telecom Department, led to the deactivation of 496,000 such mobile numbers in Haryana’s Nuh district. Furthermore, leveraging the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal, the police successfully blocked 72,935 mobile numbers linked to cybercrime and froze 210,000 bank accounts connected to cybercriminals over the past year. ”Haryana Police champions both cyber security awareness and robust law enforcement to tackle digital fraud. Their awareness campaigns have reached 60 million people, while social media outreach and school programs educate the public about cybercrime tactics. Haryana Police has also utilized text and WhatsApp messaging extensively to spread vital cybersecurity information.

The Cyber Forensic Lab (CFL) in Panchkula has achieved a significant victory in securing the conviction of nine criminals involved in blackmailing a 14-year-old girl. The tireless efforts of the CFL team, working around the clock, led to the apprehension of the accused. A minor girl initiated contact with a boy on the Hangout app, unfortunately sharing personal photos and videos. Seizing this opportunity, the boy began blackmailing her, demanding physical relations. He further divulged her number to other boys, subjecting her to relentless harassment. When the situation escalated, the girl confided in her parents, leading to an FIR and investigation. Since all interactions occurred online, locating and arresting the accused posed a formidable challenge for law enforcement. Notably, the victim never met the perpetrators in person.

Inspector Sunil Kumar, the Investigating Officer at the time, played a pivotal role. He apprehended the accused and seized their devices, which were sent to the CFL in Panchkula. Despite data deletion attempts, the CFL team meticulously recovered all relevant information. The absence of passwords in this case further highlighted the crucial role of the CFL's expertise and testimony. CFL experts meticulously presented evidence in court, dedicating 32 hours to certify each piece of information. As a result, the accused were found guilty and sentenced under two distinct sections of the law. The CFL's swiftness and diligence ensured justice for the victim and set a precedent in tackling cybercrime against minors.

The Haryana Police launched a state-wide operation, "Operation Akraman-9"" on April 27th, to crack down on miscreants, criminal elements, and drug smugglers. In this operation, 1309 teams of 6161 police personnel were formed statewide. During the operation, 478 cases were registered under relevant sections of the IPC, NDPS Act, Excise Act, Gambling Act, and Arms Act. Additionally, 881 accused were arrested.

Haryana Director General of Police, Shri Shatrujeet Kapur, explained that thorough intelligence gathering was conducted regarding criminal activities such as illegal weapon smuggling and narcotics trade before its implementation. Led by the Superintendents of Police and Deputy Commissioners of Police, the operation saw simultaneous raids conducted by 1309 teams across the state, persisting from early morning till late evening.The raids continued until late evening. Haryana Police targeted criminals by conducting simultaneous raids at different locations, resulting in good results thanks to a well-coordinated action plan. Operation Akraman focused on apprehending notorious criminals. Police successfully arrested 3 most wanted criminals, 3 rewarded criminals, 2 cyber criminals, and 21 heinous criminals. Additionally, they managed to apprehend 75 proclaimed offenders and 61 bail jumpers who were wanted in various cases and had been absconding to avoid arrest. The operation also led to the arrest of 145 other accused involved in various criminal activities.

In a commendable initiative to enhance driving skills and promote road safety among the general public, Haryana Police has launched a new social media campaign. Under this initiative, informative videos are being uploaded on Haryana Police's social media handles to educate the public about driving skills and the importance of adhering to traffic rules.

These video clips provide valuable insights into techniques for improving driving skills, enabling individuals to drive safely and responsibly. By adopting these techniques, one can significantly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of road accidents.

The Haryana Police's efforts in promoting road safety have yielded positive results. Compared to the previous year, there has been a significant decrease in the number of road accidents, fatalities, and injuries by the end of March 2024. The state has witnessed a decline of 150 road accidents, 48 fatalities, and 148 injuries, said Haryana Police Director General Shatrujeet Kapur.Harnessing Social Media for Outreach"Social media is a powerful tool to reach a large audience, especially in today's digital age," said Haryana Police Director General Shatrujeet Kapur. "Our informative video clips, uploaded daily on our social media platforms, provide the public with practical techniques for safe driving and accident prevention."

These meticulously crafted videos explain driving maneuvers and safety precautions in clear, easy-to-understand language. They cover a wide range of topics, including lane discipline, responsible driving habits for young people, blind spot awareness, helmet use, proper use of pedestrian crossings, speed limits, parking regulations, and the importance of following traffic rules.

It is noteworthy that common people are being made victims of cyber fraud by cyber criminals by adopting different methods every day. For example, cyber criminals lure people into investing in different types of schemes in the name of investment, due to which people fall into their trap and become victims of cyber fraud. Similarly, by posing as officials of CBI, ED, and TRAI, cyber criminals are making people victims of cyber fraud by threatening them with arrest. Apart from this, online task-based frauds are being done by giving people the lure of a job, work from home, insurance, online work, salary etc. Director General of Police has appealed to the general public not to fall for any kind of temptation and to do a thorough investigation of the facts, otherwise they may become victims of cyber fraud. In case of cyber fraud, people should contact helpline number 1930 as soon as possible.

All bank officials were also taken to visit the workstation of cyber helpline 1930 established at Haryana 112. Senior bank officials obtained detailed information about the process of preventing cyber fraud through the workstations established there, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, impressed by this, immediately appointed its nodal officer in the control room of Haryana Police.

Director General of Police Kapur met with senior bank officials and emphasized the importance of following RBI guidelines seriously to prevent cyber fraud. He stressed the importance of robust EKYC practices to prevent the opening of fake accounts used for illicit transfers. Kapur warned of punitive measures against banks failing to safeguard their customers' deposits, signaling a zero-tolerance approach towards negligence.Addressing the prevalence of mule accounts, Kapoor underscored the need for banks to scrutinize their practices and promptly close such accounts to thwart cybercriminal activities. It was informed in the meeting that currently about 31 percent of the cyber fraud amount is being frozen by the State Bank of India, which is commendable. For this, the Director General of Police congratulated the team of State Bank of India and said that he would appreciate the efforts made by his bank in this direction.

ADGP Cyber OP Singh said that Haryana Police launched "Operation Cyber Aakrman" from April 1 to 10. A joint initiative between Haryana Police and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center (I4C), has yielded significant results. Utilizing the Pratibimb mobile app, authorities tracked and apprehended 84 cybercriminals, with a notable concentration in Nuh district. Additionally, in coordination with telecom companies, Haryana Police blocked 70,000 mobile numbers associated with cybercrime, and successfully apprehended 11 bank employees involved in facilitating fraudulent activities.

Haryana Police is leading the way in cyber crime control across India and is constantly working to improve the cyber security system. Their efforts are putting Haryana on the national map for effectively tackling cybercrime and protecting people's savings. Significant Improvement in Ranking In September 2023, Haryana Police ranked 23rd in the country for cyber crime control. However, due to their focused efforts, they achieved a significant improvement and reached the top spot by March 2024. Their success is inspiring other states to implement similar strategies. Upon taking charge in August 2023, Director General of Police, Shri Shatrujeet Kapur prioritized cyber crime control. He formed a dedicated team and conducted pilot projects with banks. The number of staff assigned to handle cyber fraud calls on the helpline number was doubled. Haryana Police partnered with banks to freeze bank accounts involved in cyber fraud.

Haryana Police's relentless efforts to bolster cyber security have yielded significant results, with the recovery of Rs 71 lakh in a recent cyber fraud case. The incident unfolded in Gurugram, where a resident filed a complaint with the Cyber Crime East Police Station on February 16, 2024. The victim narrated being duped into investing in the stock market through a fraudulent app promising lucrative returns. Prompt action was taken by the Cyber Crime East Gurugram police station, resulting in the arrest of three suspects from Jaipur on March 22, 2024. The apprehended individuals were identified as Makwana Harshad Ramesh Bhai, Nikunj Mansukh Bhai Chauhan, and Khan Zuber Jamshed, all residents of Gujarat. Led by Assistant Police Commissioner Cyber Crime Priyanshu Diwan, the investigative team successfully recovered approximately Rs 71 lakh defrauded from the complainant.

In a week-long drive against illegal black film on vehicles, the Haryana Police not only removed the film but also penalized drivers. The campaign, conducted from April 1st to 7th across Haryana, resulted in challans (fines) issued to 2600 drivers for using illegal window tinting. Director General of Police (DGP) Shtrutjeet Kapur emphasized that black film on car windows violates traffic regulations and attracts hefty fines. The challans were issued both online and offline during the campaign. DGP Kapur reiterated that traffic rules apply to everyone, and violators will face strict legal action. He urged citizens to report vehicles with black film or motorcycles emitting loud noises by calling the Haryana Police helpline number 112 for immediate action.

Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur honoured four policemen selected for the DGP Uttam Seva Medal with medals, certificates, and a cash prize of Rs 50,000 at the first state-level Police Inspector General/Superintendent Conference being held in Surajkund, Faridabad. On this occasion, he congratulated the selected policemen and motivated them to continue to perform well. Along with this, Mr. Kapur has also awarded the title of Best Police Station in the state to Barhi Police Station of Sonipat district and honoured the SHO Inspector Mahesh Kumar by presenting him a certificate.

The Haryana Police has made a breakthrough by apprehending Maulana Arshad, resident of Bubalheri and Rashid, resident of Palwal district, who were cheating people and extorting money in the name of giving Kanyadaan (girl's contribution to the wedding) in the marriages of their daughters. Investigations reveal that the accused orchestrated their scam using different packages, enticing victims with marriage packages ranging from Rs 1 lakh to 1.5 lakh. These packages supposedly included a Splendor motorcycle, complete wedding paraphernalia, and Rs 21,000 in cash as part of the Kanyadaan ritual. During initial interrogation, both accused, assisted by their accomplices, confessed to swindling Rs 14 crore from about 1400 victims under the pretense of arranging Kanyadaan for their daughters' weddings. Subsequently, both were presented in court and remanded into police custody for four days. Intensive interrogation is underway to uncover further details in this case

Under the direction of Haryana Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur, Operation Akarman-8 was launched on March 31 in the state to crackdown on criminals, criminal elements, and drug traffickers. During this operation, a total of 1403 teams comprising 6737 police personnel conducted simultaneous raids across the state, resulting in the registration of 505 FIRs under IPC, NDPS, Excise, and Arms Acts and the arrest of 982 accused. Under the leadership of SPs and DSPs, 505 teams of 6737 police personnel initiated raids on offenders and criminals from the early morning of March 31, which continued until late evening. Conducting raids simultaneously at different locations yielded excellent results in targeting criminals. Operation Akarman was carried out across the state to crack down on crime and criminal elements to ensure a safe environment for the people of the state. The police department conducted this eighth campaign to provide a fear-free environment to the people of the state.