IDfy Analysis Flags 10 Districts with Elevated Mule-Account Fraud Risk
An analysis by fraud prevention firm IDfy identified 10 Indian districts, mainly in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan, showing elevated risk of mule-account fraud based on Video-KYC (V-KYC) rejection rates from April 2025 to June 2026. Districts like Lakhimpur Kheri, Bareilly, and Varanasi recorded the highest rejection rates. The study notes that fraud hotspots can shift geographically over time, with many risk spikes lasting only a month before moving to nearby areas. Early detection through V-KYC helps banks monitor and prevent illicit fund transfers.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 24 Sept, 09:47 am. Other outlets followed.