Ujjain, June 22 -- Taking action against online fraud, police authorities have successfully shut down seven fake websites operating under the guise of "Shri Mahakaleshwar Bhakt Niwas," which were duping thousands of unsuspecting devotees visiting the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple daily.
These fraudulent websites were offering fake hotel booking services, luring devotees with false promises of accommodations and collecting advance payments. Victims only discovered the scam upon arriving in Ujjain, when they were presented with fake booking confirmations, causing distress and tarnishing the temple's reputation.
Following a surge in complaints received by CSP Kotwali Rahul Deshmukh and Mahakal police station, Superintendent of Police Pradeep Sha...