Shimla, July 9 -- With digital technology transforming lives and bringing services to the doorstep, cyber fraud is emerging as a major threat in Himachal Pradesh.
While people enjoy the convenience of online transactions, a growing number of residents are falling victim to scams by trusting unknown callers and get-rich-quick offers.
According to cyber cell officials, a complaint of online fraud is reported every 30 seconds in the state - a staggering rate that underscores the urgency of public awareness and technological safeguards.
In response, the Department of Telecommunications has introduced a Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) to counter the surge in online financial fraud.
Launched in May 2025, FRI is already being used by le...