Nuh, the most backward district in Haryana, has garnered attention as a center for organized cybercrime activities, particularly phishing scams, impacting people across India. Termed the “Jamtara module,” this fraud involves a group of cybercriminals posing as representatives of legitimate companies. Typically aged between 18 and 35, these scammers operate in groups of 3-4 individuals.
With the aid of villagers, fake bank accounts, SIM cards, and technical services are set up to facilitate the fraud. The fake SIMs and bank accounts are sourced mainly from Bharatpur district in Rajasthan. Despite limited education, including some illiterate members, these criminals have shifted from other crimes to cybercrime, targeting job-seekers, seniors, and students.
Cybercriminals undergo training in Rajasthan’s Jurehera and Ghamdi villages. They meticulously research and select victims based on various factors, and bank employees sometimes assist in locating suitable accounts. A recent raid revealed that they have defrauded around 28,000 individuals across states and Union Territories, amounting to more than Rs 100 crore.
A cyber police station was established in Nuh two years ago, yet despite arrests, cyber fraud continues, highlighting the challenge of curbing this menace.