Gas Booking Scams Alert Issued as Cyber Criminals Target Online Cylinder Orders
Police warn that gas booking scams are increasing as cyber criminals use fake websites messages and social media ads to cheat people searching for quick gas cylinder delivery.
- Gas booking scams are targeting people searching for cylinder delivery online.
- Cyber criminals are spreading fake gas booking links through messages.
- Police warn citizens to avoid gas booking scams and fake websites.
Authorities have issued a warning about the rise of gas booking scams as cyber criminals exploit public concern over cooking gas shortages. Officials say fraudsters are targeting people who search online for gas cylinder bookings and emergency deliveries.
According to police officials cyber criminals are circulating fake advertisements on social media claiming to provide immediate cylinder delivery or additional gas cylinders during the shortage. These misleading offers are designed to attract people who are urgently trying to secure gas supplies.
Fraudsters are also sending fake website links through messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and SMS. These links appear similar to official booking portals but are created only to collect payment details and personal information from unsuspecting users.
Officials explained that many victims are convinced by messages promising guaranteed gas delivery if payment is made in advance. However authorities stress that such offers are almost always part of gas booking scams carried out by cyber criminals.
Police have urged citizens not to click on suspicious links related to gas cylinder booking or emergency supply. People are advised to rely only on official websites of gas companies or contact authorized gas agencies when making bookings or online payments.
Cyber experts also warn that sharing sensitive details such as bank account numbers one time passwords or UPI PINs with unknown individuals can lead to serious financial losses. Entering personal or financial information on fake websites can allow cyber criminals to access bank accounts and steal money.
Officials emphasized that citizens must remain cautious while responding to attractive offers related to gas cylinder supply. Verifying the authenticity of websites and service providers is essential to avoid falling victim to gas booking scams.
In case anyone becomes a victim of such fraud authorities advise them to report the incident immediately. Complaints can be registered through the national cyber crime helpline number 1930 or through the official cybercrime reporting website.
