Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Hyderabad Warns of Indiramma Towers Scam Calls
The Hyderabad City Police Commissioner, V.C. Sajjanar, has warned citizens about increasing cyber frauds related to the government's Indiramma Towers housing scheme.
Fraudsters are making fake calls and sending misleading messages to trick people into paying money for house allotments.
The commissioner assured that the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is safe and will be refunded if a house is not allotted.
He advised people not to trust anyone asking for money or personal details and to use the official helpline for any clarifications.
Citizens are also urged to report any cyber fraud to the toll-free helpline 1930 or the cybercrime portal.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar warns against cyber frauds related to the Indiramma Towers scheme.
Fraudsters are making fake calls and sending misleading messages to dupe applicants.
The government assures that the EMD amount is secure and refundable if a house is not allotted.
Citizens are advised not to trust anyone asking for money or personal details.
A dedicated helpline (040-24603572) has been set up for clarifications, and victims of cyber fraud should call 1930 or visit www.cybercrime.gov.in.
- Who
- Hyderabad City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar
- What
- Warning against cyber frauds related to the Indiramma Towers scheme
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Hyderabad
- Why
- To prevent citizens from falling victim to scam calls and messages
Government's Stance
Fraudsters' Tactics
Role of Middlemen
Government's Stance
The government assures that there is no role for brokers or middlemen in the scheme.
Fraudsters' Tactics
Fraudsters pose as middlemen to dupe applicants.
Payment Security
Government's Stance
The government guarantees that the EMD amount is secure and refundable if a house is not allotted.
Fraudsters' Tactics
Fraudsters use panic tactics to force immediate payments.
Communication Channels
Government's Stance
The government advises using official channels for any clarifications.
Fraudsters' Tactics
Fraudsters use fake calls, messages, and websites to mislead applicants.
- Scheme Name
- Indiramma Towers
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)
- ₹10,000
- Helpline Number
- 040-24603572
- Cyber Fraud Helpline
- 1930
- Cyber Crime Portal
- www.cybercrime.gov.in
