The District Programme Officer, ICDS, Mokokchung, has warned the public about a recent surge in scam activities targeting beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) in the district.
According to the release issued on February 11, scammers posing as representatives of government departments or financial institutions have been approaching beneficiaries and seeking sensitive personal information, including Aadhaar numbers and bank account details. In several cases, beneficiaries are being asked to click on suspicious links or share confidential information under the pretext of updating accounts or releasing benefits.
The DPO cautioned that the fraudsters often possess accurate personal details, making it difficult for beneficiaries to immediately identify such communications as fraudulent.
All PMMY beneficiaries and the general public have been advised not to share personal or financial information with unknown individuals or through unverified links. The release further urged people to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from government agencies or banks through official channels and to remain alert against unsolicited calls or messages.
The public has been asked to report any suspicious activity to the authorities without delay. The district administration stated that steps are being taken to prevent such incidents and protect the interests of beneficiaries, while emphasizing that public awareness and vigilance are essential to curb such scams.
The press release was issued by Imliyanger, District Programme Officer, ICDS, Mokokchung.
