Uttar Pradesh Villages Crackdown: Dozens Detained in 'Mini Jamtara' Cyber Fraud Racket

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Crackdown on Cyber Fraud in Uttar Pradesh Villages Yields Dozens of Detainees

A recent operation by law enforcement officials in Uttar Pradesh has resulted in the detention of 34 individuals suspected of involvement in cyber fraud. The villages of Vishambhara and Jhanjhawali, located near the city of Mathura, have been under scrutiny due to a surge in digital extortion cases. The region’s proximity to multiple state borders, including Rajasthan and Haryana, has complicated efforts to track and apprehend suspects.

Background

The area has earned the nickname “Mini Jamtara,” a reference to Jharkhand’s Jamtara district, which is notorious for organized cyber fraud. The label reflects the frequency with which online scams, phishing attempts, and digital extortion have been linked to the region. Victims of these crimes have been located across India and abroad.

The Operation

The operation, which was carried out by over 240 police personnel, targeted suspected cyber fraudsters in the two villages. The detainees were taken to the Shergarh police station for questioning, and several electronic devices believed to have been used in fraudulent activities were seized. Investigators are currently examining the seized material as part of an ongoing effort to identify a broader network operating in the region.

Previous Operations

This is not the first operation to target cyber fraud in the area. A previous operation on December 11, 2025, resulted in the identification of 42 suspects and the arrest of 37. Sunday’s operation has brought the total number of detainees to 71, with approximately 45 suspects still at large.

Investigation and Aftermath

According to police officials, the detainees are suspected of involvement in a range of cyber crimes, including phishing schemes, fraudulent phone calls, online scams, and digital extortion. Eight of the detainees have previously been sent to jail, and two are linked to more than 18 cyber fraud cases.

The crackdown on cyber fraud in the region is part of a broader campaign against cybercrime that stretches beyond state lines. Law enforcement officials are working to identify and disrupt organized networks operating in the area, and to bring those responsible to justice.

The operation highlights the challenges posed by the region’s geography, with its proximity to multiple state borders allowing suspects to move quickly across jurisdictions. However, it also demonstrates the determination of law enforcement officials to tackle cybercrime and protect victims.

As investigations continue, residents of the villages under scrutiny face the consequences of being linked to a hub of cybercrime activity. For investigators, the operation marks a significant step forward in their efforts to disrupt and dismantle organized cybercrime networks.

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