Munger Cyber Fraud: Man Loses ₹26.85 Lakh in Stock Market Scam, Another ₹3.35 Lakh in Electricity Bill Fraud

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News18•01-02-2026, 11:14
Munger Cyber Fraud: Man Loses ₹26.85 Lakh in Stock Market Scam, Another ₹3.35 Lakh in Electricity Bill Fraud
- •Two new cyber fraud cases reported in Munger highlight the growing threat of online scams.
- •Pushpkamal Jha invested ₹26.85 lakh in a fake stock market platform, SCSIL-106 Trade Research Institute, after initial small profits built trust. He saw ₹1.6 crore in his wallet but couldn't withdraw any funds.
- •Another victim, Ranjan, lost ₹3.35 lakh after cyber fraudsters, posing as electricity department officials, tricked him into downloading an app.
- •Police urge the public to avoid unknown links, never share OTPs or UPI PINs, and immediately report any cyber fraud by calling 1930.
- •Authorities emphasize the importance of vigilance and thorough investigation before making online investments to prevent loss of savings.
Why It Matters: Two major cyber fraud cases in Munger highlight the need for extreme caution against online scams.
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