Hyderabad Sees 24% Rise in Cybercrimes in 2023
Cybercrime in Hyderabad Rises: Key Takeaways from the 2023 Cybersecurity Summit
Hyderabad: Cybercrimes have risen by 24% in Hyderabad, according to City Police Commissioner CV Anand. He shared this update at the Hyderabad Annual Cybersecurity Knowledge Summit, where he emphasized that cybersecurity is no longer just the responsibility of the police but needs the attention of everyone.
Anand pointed out that cybercriminals are becoming more dangerous, using tricks like offering easy money or threatening victims with fake arrest threats. He stressed that tackling cybercrime requires efforts from individuals, businesses, and government agencies.
So far this year, the police have helped return Rs 35.8 crore to victims of cyber fraud. Recently, 28 cybercriminals were arrested in Rajasthan, involved in 283 cases across India, including 28 in Telangana.
During the summit, Brijesh Singh, Additional DGP of Maharashtra, mentioned the need to continuously adapt to new and evolving cyber threats. Shikha Goel, DGP CID Telangana, spoke about the importance of better cooperation between the public, businesses, and law enforcement to fight these crimes.
A special session at the event featured actor Adivi Sesh and Bharani Kumar Aroll of the Hyderabad City Security Council, where they launched the “I AM READY” campaign, urging citizens to commit to digital safety. The summit saw participation from over 500 people, including business leaders, educators, and experts.
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