LUCKNOW, July 27 -- In a case of cyber fraud, scammers allegedly used the name of Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel to operate a fake website and cheat unsuspecting youths. The governor's name and designation were falsely shown on the site as that of an executive member, misleading visitors into believing the platform was legitimate, a senior police official said.

Police are now verifying how many people fell victim to the scam. Preliminary findings suggest that the website may have lured young aspirants with false promises of national-level sports awards and recognitions, potentially collecting money or personal details in the process, the senior official said.

ADCP (cyber crime) Rallapalli Vasanth Kumar confirmed the registration...