Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi warns of ‘digital arrest’, urges people to stay vigilant [Video]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the issue of “digital arrest” in the 115th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, labelling it as a fraudulent activity. He urged people to remain vigilant and safe.

The Prime Minister emphasised that those involved in the crime are enemies of society. “…There is no system like digital arrest in the law, this is just fraud, deceit, lie, a gang of criminals and those who are doing this are enemies of the society…,” the PM cautioned.

Addressing the growing cases and concerns about techno-crime, PM Modi informed listeners that various investigative agencies were collaborating with state governments to combat these fraudulent schemes.

He said to enhance coordination among these agencies, the National Cyber Coordination Centre has been established. “This initiative aims to strengthen efforts against cybercrime and protect citizens from such scams, reaffirming the government’s commitment to ensuring public safety in the digital realm,” …