New Delhi: Amidst the rapid pace of changing times, instances of fraud are constantly on the rise. One never knows when a fraudster might strike and swindle you. The escalating frequency of fraudulent incidents—often bordering on the unimaginable—has made it increasingly difficult to place one’s trust in reality. Are you aware that farmers enrolled in the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme are also falling victim to such fraudulent activities?
Farmers associated with this scheme must take precautions to protect themselves from fraud, which requires an understanding of certain essential details. Essentially, under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, the Central Government disburses an instalment of ₹2,000 every four months. How, exactly, was fraud perpetrated in the name of this scheme? You can find the full details of this case in the article below. Please read the article carefully to learn more.
How Fraud Was Committed in the Name of This Scheme
A case of fraud committed in the name of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme has come to light in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. A fraudster sent a message via WhatsApp and siphoned off a substantial sum of money from a farmer’s bank account. Ashok Kumar, a resident of Azad Nagar in Bareilly, received an APK file via WhatsApp from someone claiming to be associated with the PM Kisan scheme.
The fraudster instructed the individual to download the file. The moment the farmer downloaded the file, control of his mobile phone was seized by the scammer. Within just a few minutes, a total of ₹72,400 was withdrawn from three different bank accounts belonging to Ashok Kumar. He was left utterly shell-shocked upon discovering this.
How to Protect Yourself from Online Fraud
If someone shares a link with you on WhatsApp—claiming it is related to a government scheme—never click on such a link. Furthermore, refrain from clicking on files, photos, or messages received from unknown numbers. For further information or assistance, you can directly contact the official PM Kisan scheme helpline number: 155261.
Another Important Point to Note
If, for any reason, you receive a message regarding e-KYC verification or other administrative tasks related to the scheme, you must exercise caution. In such situations, you should first verify the authenticity of the message. You should strictly avoid clicking on the message itself or on any links embedded within it. Additionally, for tasks such as KYC, you can visit your nearest CSC centre, or you can complete these tasks yourself using the app or the official website, pmkisan.gov.in.
