Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Mumbai Comedian Warns of E-Challan Scam
A comedian named Shridhar V from Mumbai almost got tricked by a clever scam.
Scammers made a fake website that looked like the real one for traffic fines (e-challan).
They sent him a message saying he had a fine, and the website asked for his personal and money details.
Luckily, he checked and found it was fake.
The fake website had a wrong URL and spelling mistakes.
Many people on social media shared similar stories and tips to avoid such scams.
Authorities advise everyone to always check if the website is real before sharing any details.
A Mumbai-based comedian, Shridhar V, exposed a sophisticated e-challan scam.
Scammers created a fake portal mimicking the official MoRTH website to steal personal and financial details.
The fake website had a similar but incorrect URL and spelling mistakes.
Authorities advise verifying messages through official channels and checking URLs to avoid such scams.
Social media users shared personal experiences and tips to prevent falling victim to similar scams.
- Who
- Shridhar V, a Mumbai-based comedian
- What
- Exposed a sophisticated e-challan scam
- When
- January 17, 2026
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To raise awareness about the scam and prevent others from falling victim
Scam Victims
Authorities
Awareness
Scam Victims
Victims share personal experiences to warn others about the scam.
Authorities
Authorities advise verifying messages and checking URLs to avoid scams.
- Victim
- Shridhar V (Mumbai-based comedian)
- Scam Type
- Fake e-challan portal
- Fake Website URL
- echallan.pasvahan.icu
- Official Website URL
- echallan.parivahan.gov.in
- Scammer's Goal
- Steal personal and financial details
- Advice from Authorities
- Verify messages through official channels, check URLs, and avoid sharing personal details on unverified websites
- Social Media Reaction
- Users shared personal experiences and tips to avoid such scams
- User's Loss
- Rs 999 duped through a fake HSRP number plate website
Sources
Mumbai-Based Comedian Flags E-Challan Scam, Exposes Fake Website That Looks Real: "Terrible"
Mumbai comedian nearly falls for E-Challan scam, flags fake website mimicking govt portal
‘Nearly Entered Card Details’: Mumbai Comedian Warns Of Fraud E-Challan SMS That Seems Almost Real — How To Stay Alert
