Chandigarh Woman Saved from 5 Lakh Fraud by Cyber Cell After Fake PNB App Download

• 68-year-old Savita Bala in Chandigarh nearly lost 5 lakh after downloading a fake PNB banking app via Google search.
• She grew suspicious when the app malfunctioned and repeatedly requested personal information, prompting her to contact the Chandigarh Cyber Cell.
• The Cyber Cell swiftly identified the app as fraudulent, designed for data theft, and had it immediately deleted from her mobile.
• Fraudsters use such fake apps to steal bank details, OTPs, PINs, and gain remote access to empty accounts.
• Cyber Cell advises downloading apps only from official stores (Google Play Store, Apple App Store) and reporting suspicious activity to 1930.

Why It Matters: Vigilance and prompt reporting saved a Chandigarh woman from a 5 lakh digital banking fraud.