Cyber Fraud Targets Gas Consumers with Fake Apps in Mumbai and Hyderabad

Cyber fraud targeting gas consumers has been reported in Mumbai and Hyderabad, where scammers impersonate gas company officials to trick victims into downloading fake APK files or sharing sensitive information. These fraudulent apps grant remote access to mobile devices, enabling theft of lakhs of rupees from bank accounts. Authorities advise using only official platforms for gas-related services and warn against sharing personal banking details. Victims are urged to report incidents to cybercrime helplines or government portals.