Daijiworld Media Network – Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Dec 6: Karnataka’s determined push to curb cybercrime has yielded significant results in 2025, with cases falling to 13,000, marking a sharp reduction compared with previous years.
The State government’s bold measures — including the appointment of a dedicated DGP for the cybercrime division, the expansion of CEN police stations, and the launch of helpline services — have collectively transformed Karnataka police into a formidable force against digital fraudsters.
Across India, cybercrime continues to rise, with many educated individuals falling victim to scams such as ‘digital arrest’ and fraudulent trading schemes. Amid this national surge, Karnataka has recorded a notable decline in digital fraud cases.
Home minister Dr G Parameshwara disclosed the figures, emphasising that the number of cases in 2025 has fallen considerably compared with 2023 and 2024.
In a pioneering move, Karnataka became the first State in India to appoint a director general of police exclusively for the cybercrime division, signalling an assertive approach to tackling the rising threat of online offences. The creation of additional CEN (Cyber Economic and Narcotics) police stations has also encouraged more victims to report digital fraud, giving authorities a stronger handle on cybercrime trends.
Karnataka police have successfully arrested several digital fraudsters involved in sophisticated scams, including groups who carried out ‘digital arrests’ on individuals in the United States and withdrew money from their accounts. “Thanks to these focused operations and strengthened cybercrime infrastructure, Karnataka police have become a serious deterrent for online offenders,” the home minister stated.
Cybercrime cases in Karnataka have shown notable fluctuations over the years, with 12,550 cases reported in 2022, a sharp rise to 21,903 cases in 2023, followed by a slight increase to 21,995 cases in 2024, and then a significant decline to 13,000 cases in 2025.
Parameshwara added that Karnataka’s upgraded cybercrime framework — from the appointment of a specialised DGP to the expansion of CEN stations and active helpline services — has been crucial in curbing digital fraud. The State now stands out as a national example of effective cybercrime prevention, even as cases continue to rise across the rest of India.