The Ludhiana police in Punjab, India, have issued a warning about phishing scams related to the viral Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Cyber fraudsters are circulating suspicious WhatsApp links claiming to allow users to join the party, which could compromise personal data and financial security.

• 01Amrinder Singh from the Punjab Police's cyber cell highlighted that scammers are exploiting the popularity of the Cockroach Janta Party to distribute phishing links.
• 02Clicking on these links could lead to hacking, exposing sensitive information like bank details to fraudsters.
• 03The Cockroach Janta Party was founded on May 16 by Abhijeet Dipke, a political communications student, as a satirical response to derogatory remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant.
• 04The movement has gained significant traction among Gen-Z users, focusing on issues like unemployment and corruption.
• 05Residents are advised to report any suspicious activity to the cyber helpline at 1930.

The warning aims to protect residents from cyber fraud, which could lead to financial losses and identity theft.