Tripura Police uncover ₹47 crore digital fraud since 2021; ₹34 lakh returned: DGP

Agartala: The Tripura Police have uncovered digital fraud worth ₹46.96 crore since 2021, with ₹5.2 crore seized and ₹34 lakh returned to victims, Director General of Police (DGP Anurag Dhyankar) said.

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Tripura Police uncover ₹47 crore digital fraud since 2021; ₹34 lakh returned: DGP

Agartala: The Tripura Police have uncovered digital fraud worth ₹46.96 crore since 2021, with ₹5.2 crore seized and ₹34 lakh returned to victims, Director General of Police (DGP Anurag Dhyankar) said.

Special Drive to Recover Money

The DGP announced that a special three-month drive has been launched to recover the remaining defrauded amount after verification and checks.

Rising Trend of Digital Fraud

According to police data:

2021 → ₹1.98 crore lost
2022 → ₹4.62 crore lost
2023 → ₹9 crore lost
2024 → ₹25.52 crore lost

However, the pace has slowed in 2025, with ₹10.36 crore lost till July 31.

Steps Taken by Tripura Police

Launch of Tripura’s first cybercrime police station in June 2025
Deployment of specialized teams to trace fraud money
Awareness campaigns on cyber safety

DGP’s Warning to Citizens

DGP Dhyankar cautioned citizens against:

Online financial gain offers
Unverified mobile apps
Sharing personal details or OTPs with unknown callers

He added: “Timely reporting can prevent further money transfer in cybercrime cases. Fraudsters today use fake accounts, mule accounts, blockchain, and VPNs to hide their tracks.”

Emergency Helpline Numbers

Victims of cybercrime can immediately:

Call 112 (emergency helpline)
Call the National Cybercrime Helpline 1930
Visit the nearest police or cybercrime station

Emerging Cybercrime Trends

According to DSP Deb, new cybercrime patterns include:

Fake gas & electricity bills
WhatsApp investment scams
Bank frauds through OTP theft
Lottery & OLX scams
Digital arrest schemes

Growing Cyber Threats

“Digital convenience has made life easier, but also opened doors to cybercrimes. These crimes are faceless, borderless, and constantly evolving — one of the fastest-growing threats to individuals and governments,” DGP Dhyankar warned.