Urgent Cyber Security Alert: Fake Electricity Bill SMS and WhatsApp Job Scams Across Tamil Nadu

Cybercrime authorities have issued a high-alert warning regarding an increase in fraudulent SMS messages claiming 'Your electricity power will be disconnected tonight due to unpaid bills' and malicious WhatsApp part-time job offers. Citizens are strictly warned not to click on unknown APK files, share OTPs, or transfer money to private accounts. TANGEDCO never sends personal mobile numbers to pay bills directly via links. If you fall victim to financial cyber fraud, immediately report within the golden hour to the National Cyber Crime Helpline at 1930.