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Police issue advisory on fake voter links, OTPs and QR codes targeting voters ahead of elections
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 06:36 PM
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The police have warned that cyber scammers may exploit fake voter URLs, one‑time passwords, QR codes, deepfakes and misleading messages to deceive voters, candidates and election officials.
The law‑enforcement agencies have released a public advisory ahead of the upcoming elections, highlighting a surge in cyber‑based fraud attempts. Scammers are reportedly circulating counterfeit voter registration links, fabricated one‑time passwords (OTPs) and QR codes that mimic official election portals.
In addition to these digital lures, authorities warn that deep‑fake videos and misleading messages could be used to spread false information about candidates and polling procedures. Such tactics aim to confuse voters, manipulate opinions and potentially disrupt the electoral process.
Police advise citizens to verify any election‑related communication through official channels, avoid clicking on unsolicited links, and report suspicious activity to cyber cells. The advisory underscores the importance of digital vigilance as the country prepares for a critical voting period.
Election officials are also being briefed on these threats and are urged to coordinate with cybersecurity teams to monitor and neutralize fraudulent content in real time.
In addition to these digital lures, authorities warn that deep‑fake videos and misleading messages could be used to spread false information about candidates and polling procedures. Such tactics aim to confuse voters, manipulate opinions and potentially disrupt the electoral process.
Police advise citizens to verify any election‑related communication through official channels, avoid clicking on unsolicited links, and report suspicious activity to cyber cells. The advisory underscores the importance of digital vigilance as the country prepares for a critical voting period.
Election officials are also being briefed on these threats and are urged to coordinate with cybersecurity teams to monitor and neutralize fraudulent content in real time.