Jharkhand’s Pratibimb App Proves Effective in Cybercrime Crackdown

Pratibimb App Aids Jharkhand Police in Apprehending Cyber Criminals

Jharkhand CID’s Pratibimb app successfully aids in the arrest of 365 cyber criminals, marking a significant advancement in the state’s fight against cybercrime.

JAMSHEDPUR – The Pratibimb app, launched by Jharkhand CID on November 8, has demonstrated remarkable efficacy in combating cybercrime within the state.

A total of 365 offenders have been apprehended in Jharkhand, according to Director General (CID) Anurag Gupta.

The app provides Superintendents of Police (SPs) with access to vital data for action against cyber criminals.

Jamshedpur, along with Jamtara, Mewat, Gurugram, and 24-Parganas, are among the major hotspots for cybercrime activities.

A recent operation saw the confiscation of 1,379 SIM cards and 932 mobile phones used in fraudulent activities.

The Pratibimb app, utilized by police nationwide, serves as a comprehensive database, including a map displaying active criminal locations.

The Indian cybercrime coordination centre (I4C), in partnership with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has launched the 1930 helpline for financial fraud victims.

This helpline integrates with state police control rooms, allowing for prompt reporting of cybercrimes.

The I4C provides Jharkhand CID with daily updates of mobile numbers involved in cybercrime, which are then displayed on the Pratibimb app.

This facilitates quick identification and blocking of numbers, expediting legal actions.

In a recent crackdown, Deoghar, Giridih, and Jamtara have seen significant arrests, with 82 FIRs filed related to cyber fraud.

Jamtara SP Animesh Naithani lauded the technological advancement in aiding their efforts.

This initiative is leading to a decrease in Jamtara’s rank in cyber fraud cases in Jharkhand.

In a strategic move, Jharkhand police have partnered with IIM Ranchi, BIT-Mesra, XLRI Jamshedpur, and NIT Jamshedpur to enhance their capabilities in technology and management.

A notable operation on December 10, utilizing Pratibimb, dismantled a Hazaribagh-based cybercriminal network allegedly linked to a Pakistani handler.