LPG booking Scam India: Due to increasing tension between Iran-Israel and America, rumors of shortage of LPG gas in India are spreading. Because of this, people are panicking and booking gas immediately. Cyber ​​criminals are taking advantage of this panic and luring people with ‘instant booking’. In view of this danger, the Indian Cyber ​​Crime Coordination Center (I4C) has advised people to be cautious by sharing the video on social media.

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The method of fraudsters is that they instigate people to make hasty bookings by showing the fear of running out of gas.

During this, they send fake links, fake apps and QR codes, through which they steal people’s money and their personal information. I4C has warned not to click on any unknown link while booking.

How does LPG booking scam work?

This scam starts with a message coming on WhatsApp, SMS and social media. In these messages, fear of gas shortage is often shown or huge discounts are offered and people are asked to book immediately. The message contains a link that looks exactly like the real company’s website or asks you to download an app and scan a QR code. As soon as you click on them, you are asked for OTP, PIN and bank information, after filling which the fraudsters clear the money and personal data from your account.

How to avoid this scam?

• Do not open any unknown link received on message or WhatsApp.


• For gas booking, use only the genuine apps or websites of the companies.


• Never tell your OTP or UPI PIN to anyone in the name of gas booking.


• In case of any doubt, call directly on the old number of your gas agency.


• If fraud occurs, immediately call number 1930 and inform the bank.

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How to identify whether LPG booking website is real or fake?

• Make sure to look for the HTTPS symbol before the website name.


• There are often small mistakes in the spelling of the name of a fake website.


• Don’t be tempted by hasty booking or huge offers.


• If someone asks you for OTP or UPI PIN, then be alert immediately and do not share them.