Cybercrime cases drop in Karnataka due to strict policing: Home Minister
Belagavi (Suvarna Vidhana Soudha): Cybercrime cases in Karnataka have declined significantly due to strict measures taken by the Police Department, Home Minister Dr G. Parameshwara informed the Assembly on Tuesday.
Responding to a question raised by BJP member Cement Manju during the Question Hour, the Minister said that 52,000 cybercrime cases were reported in the state over the last four years. In 2023, a total of 22,250 cases were registered, of which 6,159 were detected. The fraud amount stood at around ₹880 crore, and ₹177 crore was recovered.
In 2024, 28,478 cases were reported, involving fraud of ₹2,562 crore, with ₹323 crore recovered. In 2025, 13,000 cases have been registered so far, with fraud amounting to ₹2,038 crore, of which ₹127 crore has been recovered. He noted that cybercrime numbers have come down and the government along with the Police Department is taking measures to curb fraud.
Earlier, BJP member Cement Manju raised concerns over the rise in online gaming-related frauds, stating that youths were falling prey despite preventive actions. He said arrests were not happening as expected and that Karnataka continued to report a high number of cases. He urged the government to take stronger steps, noting that victims lose money even before they can report complaints to the central helpline.
‘Betting on Chief Minister’s post’
Commenting on cyber betting, BJP member Sunil Kumar remarked that while the government’s efforts to curb cyber betting were welcome, a new trend had emerged where bets were being placed on who should become the next Chief Minister. He asked what action the government had taken in this regard.
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UP govt committed to providing housing to needy: Adityanath
Gorakhpur (UP) (PTI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said the state government would ensure housing for the needy and extend adequate financial assistance for the treatment of those suffering from serious illnesses.
During his visit to Gorakhpur, he heard grievances of people at a ‘Janata Darshan’ programme held at the Gorakhnath Temple.
Addressing the gathering, Adityanath said the government is committed to ensuring that every eligible and needy person benefits from welfare schemes and that all public grievances are resolved effectively.
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He interacted with around 100 people and listened to their complaints individually at the Mahant Digvijaynath Smriti Bhavan premises, an official statement said.
The chief minister directed administrative and police officials to ensure time-bound, fair and satisfactory redressal of issues.
He also instructed the police to take prompt and strict action in matters related to law enforcement.
During the interaction, a woman raised her concern regarding lack of housing, to which the chief minister assured that she would be provided a house under a government scheme.
People seeking financial help for treatment of serious ailments were also assured that lack of funds would not hinder medical care.
Adityanath directed officials to promptly prepare estimates for advanced medical treatment of needy patients and ensure timely assistance.
