New Delhi. Mahakumbh 2025 is going to start from January 13 in Prayagraj. Crores of devotees are likely to gather to take the dip of faith. The government has made grand arrangements for the convenience of the devotees. Booking of hotels, cottages and guest houses for stay has also started. But meanwhile, cyber criminals have made Mahakumbh a means of fraud.
Trap of fraud through fake website and link
Cyber criminals can steal money from people’s accounts by luring them with the promise of booking at cheap rates through fake websites and links. These fraudsters are luring the devotees by luring them with low cost accommodation, food and travel facilities.
Take a dip of faith in Mahakumbh, but don’t fall into the trap of cyber scams!
Make booking only through registered website, otherwise cyber thugs can rob you of your place.
Be alert, stay safe!The list of authorized places to stay in Prayagraj Mahakumbh can be downloaded from the following link… pic.twitter.com/9X6XzY7nxy
— UP POLICE (@Uppolice) January 5, 2025
To prevent this, UP Police has shared an awareness video on its social media platform. It tells how to beware of these thugs and what is the correct procedure to stay in Mahakumbh.
The right way to book safely
Bollywood actor Sanjay Mishra is also seen in the video. He said,
“Cyber criminals will try to defraud you through fake websites and links, but all you have to do is visit the official website kumbh.gov.in. List of hotels, guest houses and cottages is available here. Choose the place of your choice and book.”
UP Police’s appeal
UP Police shared this video on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote,
“Take a dip of faith in the Maha Kumbh, but do not fall into the trap of cyber scams. Book only through the official website. Be alert, stay safe.”
Police have also shared the link of the list of authorized places to stay, by downloading which devotees can get information about hotels, guest houses and cottages.
Vigilance necessary for devotees
Cyber criminals are more likely to be active during events like Maha Kumbh. Therefore, it is important to be cautious and get information from the right source. Avoid fake websites or unknown links and trust only registered portals.
