New Delhi: The Indian government has intensified its nationwide campaign against cybercrime, blocking 3,718 mobile applications linked to fraudulent activities and preventing potential cyber fraud losses of more than ₹11,158 crore, according to data shared in Parliament.
The crackdown is part of the government’s broader efforts to disrupt digital fraud networks, protect citizens from online scams and strengthen India’s cybercrime response system.

Over 32 Lakh Cybercrime Complaints Reported

According to government data, more than 32.80 lakh cybercrime complaints had been registered through the Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System (CFCFRMS) up to June 30, 2026.
The system enables authorities to respond to reported financial fraud and take steps to prevent funds from being transferred further through fraudulent accounts.

Thousands of SIM Cards and Devices Blocked

As part of the ongoing action against cybercriminal networks, authorities have also blocked approximately 15.75 lakh mobile connections and 5.77 lakh IMEI numbers associated with suspicious or fraudulent activities.
The government has also identified more than 32.08 lakh suspected mule accounts. Such accounts are often used by fraudsters to receive, transfer or move money obtained through cybercrime.

Focus on Digital Fraud Prevention

The blocking of fraudulent applications and suspicious digital identities reflects the government’s increasing focus on preventing cybercrime at the infrastructure level.
Fraudulent applications can be used for a range of scams, including fake investment schemes, loan fraud, identity theft, phishing and other forms of financial deception. Authorities are therefore combining financial intelligence, telecom data and cybercrime reporting mechanisms to identify suspicious activity more quickly.

Government Strengthens Cybercrime Response

The latest figures highlight the scale of India’s ongoing battle against digital financial crime. By blocking suspicious apps, mobile connections and device identifiers, authorities aim to make it more difficult for cybercriminal networks to operate and target unsuspecting users.
The government has also urged citizens to report cyber fraud promptly through official channels so that financial transactions can be traced and preventive action can be taken as quickly as possible.