Haryana Police Launches Double OTP System to Combat Cyber Crimes in Gurugram and Panchkula
Double OTP system comes up in Gurugram, Panchkula
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The Haryana Police has implemented a double OTP (one-time password) system in Gurugram and Panchkula to protect elderly citizens from cyber crimes. This initiative, developed with HDFC Bank, requires OTP verification from both the elderly individual and a trusted contact before completing bank transactions.
- 01The double OTP system aims to protect elderly citizens from cyber crimes.
- 02Both the elderly individual and a trusted contact must verify transactions.
- 03The initiative is a response to rising cases of digital fraud targeting seniors.
- 04Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed the implementation and expansion of this system.
- 05Nine leading banks participated in discussions to enhance cyber crime prevention.
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The Haryana Police has introduced a double OTP (one-time password) system on a pilot basis in Gurugram and Panchkula, aimed at safeguarding elderly individuals from increasing cyber crimes. This initiative, developed in collaboration with HDFC Bank, mandates that a transaction is only completed after OTPs are verified by both the elderly person and a trusted contact, such as a family member or friend. The system was reviewed under the direction of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who emphasized the need for effective measures against digital fraud, particularly those targeting senior citizens. During a recent meeting, senior police officials and representatives from nine major banks discussed the implementation and technical aspects of this innovative system. The double OTP method is designed to introduce a protective pause during transactions, thereby reducing the risk of fraud. The initiative is currently targeted at individuals over 60 years old, with plans for gradual expansion across the state.
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This system could significantly reduce the risk of cyber fraud for elderly citizens in Gurugram and Panchkula, providing them with an additional layer of security during financial transactions.
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