Pune Police Recover ₹80 Lakh in Cyber Fraud Using Tech

Police in Pune, a city in India, are using computers and special websites to catch people who trick others online.

In 2026, they helped get back more than 80 lakh rupees (about $10,000) to people who were cheated.

They use a tool called the Money Restoration Module to work with banks and bring the money back.

For big frauds that cost more than 5 lakh rupees, they have a special portal that lets victims file a report right away.

They also share information with police in other states through the SAMANVAY portal, and have arrested 152 bad guys since 2024.

A program called Operation Mule Hunt looks for people who move stolen money around, and they have found 132 such cases.

The police also teach schools, colleges, and offices about staying safe online, reaching about 300,000 people in 2026.

They warn people not to send money to strangers or click suspicious links.