Fraudsters are exploiting the High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) directive to extract money from vehicle owners in Hyderabad.
The Road Transport Authority (RTA) has issued an alert after receiving reports of cyber fraudsters calling and sending messages to vehicle owners, warning them of penalties for not installing HSRP number plates.
They use official-sounding language, fake links, and forged documents to appear credible and extract money.
Authorities have warned vehicle owners to be cautious of such scams and not to pay any fines without verifying the authenticity of the demand.
Author's summary: Fraudsters target vehicle owners in Hyderabad over HSRP plates.