Srinagar, May 6 -- Srinagar- Concerns are mounting over the circulation of fake e-Challan and traffic penalty messages carrying suspicious links and downloadable files, with cyber fraudsters allegedly attempting to trap unsuspecting mobile users into financial scams and data theft.

Several users have reported receiving SMS alerts claiming unpaid traffic penalties or pending challans, often accompanied by clickable links directing recipients to make immediate payments or verify details.

Cyber awareness experts have cautioned the public against opening such links, warning that these messages may redirect users to fraudulent websites designed to steal banking credentials, OTPs and personal information or install malicious software on mobil...