Thrissur City: The Thrissur City Police said if you receive a message stating that your vehicle has violated the law and you can pay the fine through e-challan by clicking on the link provided, it is crucial to verify the authenticity of the message before clicking on the link. Cyber fraudsters have been reported to deceive many people by sending messages with fake e-challan links. To avoid falling victim to such scams, do not click on the link in the message. Instead, visit the official M Parivahan website at http://echallan.parivahan.gov.in/ and use the Pay Online option to check your challan details by entering the e-challan number, vehicle number, or driving license number. This will help you determine whether your vehicle has a legitimate fine.
Even if the message includes your vehicle number, challan number, and date, be cautious as cyber fraudsters can create fake Parivahan websites and links to trick victims. Always follow cyber security guidelines to stay safe. If you become a victim of cyber fraud and suffer financial loss, call 1930 immediately for assistance.
