Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of awareness in combating the rising threat of digital arrest scams during his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address on October 27, 2024. He urged citizens to adopt the mindset of “stop, think, and take action” when encountering such fraudulent schemes, which he noted affect all segments of society.
In addition to discussing cybercrime, Modi announced that his government will commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Home Minister, and the freedom fighter Birsa Munda. Both leaders, he remarked, faced unique challenges yet shared a common vision for the nation.
Modi assured that investigative agencies are collaborating with state authorities to tackle these issues effectively, emphasizing the critical role of public awareness in safeguarding against cyber threats.