WhatsApp phishing scams are rising in India, prompting the MHA to intensify its crackdown. Over 7.8 lakh SIM cards, 83,000 WhatsApp accounts, and thousands of Skype IDs linked to fraud have been blocked. Citizens can report suspicious messages through the cybercrime helpline 1930 or the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Awareness campaigns like 'Scam Se Bacho' aim to educate users and prevent fraud.
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