Authorities Warn Against Rising Fake Traffic Challan SMS Phishing Scams in India

Multiple incidents across Bengaluru and Hyderabad highlight a rising phishing scam involving fake traffic challan messages sent via SMS. Victims, including a software engineer and police officials, have reported fraudulent links redirecting to counterfeit payment sites that steal personal and financial information. Authorities warn that genuine challan payments are only processed through official '.gov.in' portals and urge the public to avoid clicking unknown links and report suspicious messages to prevent financial loss.