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Is Your Traffic Fine Real or a Scam? Spot Fake Challans
An important topic that you should be aware of, how to spot fake challans and is Your Traffic Fine Real or a Scam? Spot Fake Challans
- Introduction
- Signs of a Fake Traffic Challan
- How to Verify a Challan Online
- Official State Websites to Check Challans
- Precautions to Avoid Being Scammed
- Legal Steps You Can Take
- Conclusion
Introduction
Fake traffic challans are becoming increasingly common in India. Scammers send fraudulent messages or emails pretending to be from traffic police departments. Here's how you can spot and avoid them.
Signs of a Fake Traffic Challan
- No vehicle details mentioned in the message
- Strange or shortened URLs
- Demands for instant payment
- No official government email ID or contact number
How to Verify a Challan Online
Always check your challan status on the official Parivahan website:
https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in/
Steps:
- Visit the Parivahan eChallan portal.
- Enter your vehicle number or challan number.
- Verify the challan details before making any payment.
Official State Websites to Check Challans
Precautions to Avoid Being Scammed
- Never click on suspicious links
- Double-check on official government portals
- Do not make payments through third-party apps unless verified
- Enable two-factor authentication on UPI apps
Legal Steps You Can Take
If you receive a fake challan:
- File a cybercrime complaint at cybercrime.gov.in
- Inform your local traffic police or police station
- Preserve evidence like screenshots or messages
Conclusion
Always be cautious. Verifying your traffic challan only takes a few minutes and can save you from financial and legal trouble.