Naidu orders Zero FIR mechanism to curb cyber crime
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has ordered the implementation of a Zero FIR mechanism to combat cyber crime in the state. This initiative aims to facilitate immediate registration of complaints to alert banks and prevent fraudulent transfers. Additionally, a cyber war room will be established to enhance coordination and public awareness regarding cyber threats.
- ▪Naidu directed officials to implement a Zero FIR mechanism to curb cyber crimes.
- ▪Complaints received through the cyber war room will lead to immediate registration of Zero FIRs.
- ▪A cyber war room will be set up at Prabhala Tech Park with 11 specialized divisions.
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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday directed officials to implement a Zero FIR mechanism to effectively curb cyber crimes in the State.He said complaints received through the proposed cyber war room should immediately lead to the registration of Zero FIRs so that banks could be alerted within the ‘golden hour’, helping prevent fraudulent transfers from victims’ accounts.Reviewing cyber crime prevention measures, Mr. Naidu stressed the need for stronger coordination with banks to tackle cyber fraud and for wider public awareness campaigns, with particular focus on the growing menace of digital arrests.He suggested that cyber patrolling be undertaken on the lines of conventional police patrolling to prevent citizens from falling prey to cyber criminals.Director General of Police…
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