Telangana reports decline in cybercrime complaints and financial losses, says DGP CV Anand

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Hyderabad: Telangana recorded a 3% decline in cybercrime complaints and a 20% reduction in financial losses during 2024-25, Director General of Police (DGP) CV Anand said on Tuesday. He attributed the figures to the State’s progress in controlling cybercrime.

Anand disclosed the figures while addressing the fourth Joint Cybercrime Coordination Team (JCCT-IV) meeting in Hyderabad. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) organised the meeting in coordination with the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C).

Representatives from 13 States and 11 Central agencies attended the discussions on cybercrime prevention, financial fraud and coordinated investigations. DGP CV Anand said Telangana had made significant progress in addressing cybercrime during 2024-25.

He highlighted the decline in cybercrime complaints alongside the reduction in financial losses reported during the period. According to Anand, complaints fell by 3%, while financial losses decreased by 20%.

However, he stressed the need for continued preventive measures to tackle organised cybercrime networks. The DGP also called for stronger intelligence sharing among law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, he emphasised coordinated investigations to identify and address cybercrime operations extending across jurisdictions.

Thirteen States and 11 Central agencies attend meeting

The JCCT-IV meeting brought together representatives from 13 States and 11 Central agencies involved in cybersecurity and law enforcement. Participating organisations included the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) and the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).

Officials from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also attended. Other participating agencies included the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).

The meeting focused on improving cooperation between State police organisations, Central agencies and institutions involved in preventing cybercrime. Telangana Cyber Security Bureau Director Shikha Goyal emphasised the importance of real-time information exchange among participating agencies.

She called for joint operations across State boundaries to address cybercrime networks operating in multiple jurisdictions. Meanwhile, I4C Chief Executive Officer Rajesh Kumar highlighted the growing international reach of cyber scam centres.

His remarks drew attention to the cross-border nature of organised cybercrime operations. The discussions also covered the need for faster information sharing and coordinated responses among agencies investigating cyber offences.

Financial fraud, AI misuse and mule accounts discussed

Participants examined several emerging and continuing cybercrime challenges during the meeting. These included financial fraud, the misuse of mule bank accounts and the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cyber offences.

Officials also discussed crimes against women and children involving digital platforms. Furthermore, the meeting examined ways to strengthen coordination with banks, telecommunications operators and digital platforms.

The discussions focused on improving institutional cooperation to prevent cybercrime and support investigations. Participants also considered measures to address organised cybercrime networks through intelligence sharing and joint enforcement action.

The meeting formulated recommendations for further action by participating authorities. Organisers will forward the recommendations to all States and concerned organisations for necessary follow-up.

 

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