Gurugram has reported a major decline in financial losses linked to cybercrime in 2025, driven by early detection, public outreach, and continuous awareness efforts. Data from the Cybercrime Cell shows that the total amount defrauded fell to Rs 2858.6 crore in 2025, down from Rs 3879.6 crore in 2024.
While financial losses declined, the number of complaints continued to rise. Authorities received 42327 complaints in 2025, compared to 40051 in 2024. This increase led to stronger enforcement action. Police registered 1680 FIRs in 2025, up from 1358 the previous year. Arrests also increased to 2690, compared to 1868 in 2024, reflecting a more aggressive crackdown on cybercriminals.
“We have been extensively working on increasing awareness and outreach, which has led to earlier detection and a reduction in cybercrime. One of our biggest achievements this year is the near 100 crore drop in financial losses. High net worth senior citizens remain a vulnerable group, and we are focusing on strategies to better safeguard them,” said ACP Priyanshu Dewan, head of the Cyber Crime Unit.
Dewan said investment fraud remains the most common scam. Criminals use social media platforms to offer fake investment opportunities while posing as large trading entities. High net worth senior citizens are the main targets, as they are drawn by promises of returns higher than bank interest rates.
“Fraudsters are taking advantage of the growing interest in online investments among high net worth senior citizens. They create seemingly trustworthy social media channels and groups, offering fake investment tips and links, often masquerading as well known investment platforms. The mindset of earning more than what banks offer makes this group particularly vulnerable. We are working closely with banks to reach out to these individuals and raise awareness,” Dewan explained.
Despite the crackdown, recovery figures fell. Authorities recovered Rs 614.26 crore in 2025, down from Rs 937.70 crore in 2024. The amount returned to victims also declined to Rs 336.06 crore from Rs 413.61 crore. Officials attribute this to advanced fraud methods, including mule accounts, rapid transfers, and cross platform laundering, which make tracking funds harder.
Even so, the rise in complaints and arrests shows a more proactive and strict approach to fighting cybercrime in the region.
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