UP Police Launches ‘Operation Cy-Vajra’ Against Cyber Criminals, Blocks 2.94 Lakh Mobile Numbers in Massive Statewide Crackdown
Uttar Pradesh Police has launched ‘Operation Cy-Vajra’, a seven-day statewide campaign against cybercrime. DGP Rajeev Krishna reviewed major achievements, including blocking 2.94 lakh suspicious mobile numbers, freezing Rs 530 crore linked to cyber fraud, and strengthening victim-centric cyber policing.
Lucknow: In a major push to curb the rapidly growing threat of cybercrime, the Uttar Pradesh Police has rolled out a seven-day statewide special campaign titled ‘Operation Cy-Vajra’. The initiative, launched under the leadership of Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna (IPS:1991), aims to intensify action against cyber criminals, strengthen cyber intelligence networks, improve investigations and ensure quicker financial relief for victims of online fraud.
The special operation was announced during a high-level review meeting held on July 6, where senior police officers assessed the state’s cybercrime response mechanism and discussed ways to make cyber policing faster, smarter and more victim-friendly.
Officials said the campaign will focus on identifying cyber fraudsters, freezing illicit financial transactions, blocking suspicious digital assets and increasing public awareness regarding online fraud.
High-Level Review Meeting Sets the Roadmap
The strategy for Operation Cy-Vajra was finalised during an extensive statewide review chaired by DGP Rajeev Krishna.
The meeting brought together senior officials from across Uttar Pradesh, including DGP Cyber Crime B.K. Singh, DIG Cyber Crime Pawan Kumar, officers from every police commissionerate and district, cyber crime nodal officers, cyber police station personnel, cyber cell officials and representatives from the Cyber Crime Headquarters.
The discussions revolved around strengthening cyber intelligence, improving investigation standards, adopting advanced technological tools and enhancing assistance provided to victims of cyber fraud.
Senior officers also reviewed the progress made over the past year and identified areas where cyber policing could be made more effective.
Cybercrime Among UP Police’s Top Priorities
Addressing the meeting, DGP Rajeev Krishna reiterated that tackling cybercrime remains one of the Uttar Pradesh Police’s highest priorities.
He said that after assuming charge as the state’s police chief, cybercrime control was identified as one of the ten major focus areas, in line with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s emphasis on strict and result-oriented policing.
According to the DGP, sustained efforts over the past several months have significantly strengthened Uttar Pradesh’s cyber policing capabilities.
He noted that improvements in cyber intelligence, faster investigations, better coordination with financial institutions and timely assistance to victims have helped the state emerge as one of India’s leading police forces in combating cyber-enabled crimes.
Remarkable Results Achieved in Cybercrime Control
During the review meeting, the DGP presented an overview of the state’s achievements between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
The figures reflected the scale of action already taken by the Uttar Pradesh Police against cybercriminal networks.
Some of the major achievements include:
2,94,024 suspicious mobile numbers blocked to prevent cyber fraud.
1,81,405 mobile devices (IMEIs) linked to fraudulent activities blocked.
Rs 530 crore associated with cyber financial fraud placed under lien or put on hold, preventing fraudsters from withdrawing or transferring the money.
Officials described these numbers as a reflection of the state’s growing technological capabilities in identifying digital fraud and disrupting cybercrime networks before they can cause further financial losses.
Faster Registration of Complaints and Immediate Action
Rajeev Krishna instructed all police commissionerates and district police units to ensure that cybercrime complaints are registered and processed without delay.
He emphasised that speed is critical in cybercrime investigations because fraudulent transactions often move through multiple bank accounts within minutes.
According to the DGP, early registration of complaints allows investigating agencies to freeze suspicious transactions before stolen money disappears into complex financial networks.
He also directed officers to make extensive use of cyber intelligence and advanced technological tools for identifying suspicious mobile numbers, IMEI devices, digital identities and bank accounts linked to cyber fraud.
Greater Focus on the Money Restoration Module
A major part of the review meeting was devoted to evaluating the implementation of the Money Restoration Module (MRM), developed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
The module has been designed to help victims recover money that has already been frozen by banks during cyber fraud investigations.
Officials explained that the process has been made simple and technology-driven.
Once a bank uploads details of the frozen amount into the system, the victim automatically receives an SMS containing a restoration link.
The police then verify the claim, after which the concerned bank initiates the refund process.
Officials also clarified the applicable procedure for different categories of claims.
For fraud amounts below Rs 50,000, victims do not require either an FIR or a court order to recover their money.
However, if the frozen amount exceeds Rs 50,000, registration of an FIR becomes mandatory before the restoration process can move forward.
The DGP directed officers to ensure that eligible victims receive timely assistance so that recovery of frozen money is not unnecessarily delayed.
Grievance Redressal Module to Protect Innocent Citizens
The meeting also reviewed the functioning of another important initiative introduced by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre – the Grievance Redressal Module (GRM).
The module has been developed to assist innocent bank account holders whose accounts may have been frozen during cybercrime investigations despite having no involvement in fraudulent activities.
Officials explained that after banks complete enhanced due diligence, genuine complaints are forwarded electronically to the investigating officer concerned.
The police then verify the facts and take appropriate action based on the findings.
Rajeev Krishna instructed all district police units to actively publicise both the Money Restoration Module and the Grievance Redressal Module so that citizens are aware of these facilities and can benefit from them whenever required.
Victim-Centric Cyber Policing Gets Priority
The DGP stressed that cyber policing must remain centred around the needs of victims rather than merely focusing on prosecution.
He directed officers to accord the highest priority to cyber offences involving vulnerable groups, particularly:
Women
Children
Senior citizens
Other vulnerable sections of society
According to the DGP, timely intervention in such cases is essential to minimise financial losses as well as emotional distress suffered by victims.
He also encouraged officers to maintain regular communication with complainants during investigations so that victims remain informed about the progress of their cases.
Strengthening Cyber Intelligence and Technical Expertise
Rajeev Krishna underlined the importance of continuously upgrading the technical capabilities of the police force.
He directed officers to further strengthen cyber intelligence networks and improve coordination against organised cybercrime syndicates operating across states and even international borders.
The DGP also emphasised the need for:
Advanced technical training for cyber investigators.
Regular capacity-building programmes.
Continuous upgrading of digital investigation skills.
Better use of artificial intelligence and technology-based analytical tools.
Improved coordination among specialised cyber units.
He observed that cyber criminals constantly change their methods, making it essential for investigators to remain equally adaptive and technologically prepared.
Public Awareness to Become a Key Component
Apart from enforcement, the Uttar Pradesh Police plans to increase public awareness regarding cyber safety.
Officials said large-scale awareness campaigns will be organised to educate citizens about common online frauds, fake investment schemes, phishing attacks, digital payment fraud, identity theft and other emerging cyber threats.
Police believe that informed citizens remain the strongest defence against cyber criminals.
The awareness initiatives are expected to involve educational institutions, financial organisations, digital service providers and community outreach programmes across the state.
Technology-Driven Framework for Future Cyber Policing
Concluding the review meeting, DGP Rajeev Krishna instructed all field formations to adopt a coordinated, technology-driven and victim-focused policing model capable of responding swiftly to evolving cyber threats.
He emphasised that modern policing increasingly depends on digital intelligence, inter-agency coordination and rapid technological intervention.
Operation Cy-Vajra, officials said, represents another important step in Uttar Pradesh Police’s broader strategy to build a robust cyber security ecosystem capable of preventing online fraud, dismantling organised cybercrime networks and ensuring quicker justice for victims.
With cyber offences becoming more sophisticated every year, the seven-day statewide campaign is expected to further strengthen the state’s ability to detect cybercriminals, secure financial systems and enhance public confidence in digital policing.
