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Lok Bhavan Warns Against Fake Calls Impersonating Governor, Fraud Allegations Surface
- •Lok Bhavan issues a warning regarding fraudulent calls impersonating the Governor and misusing his name and photograph.
- •Two mobile numbers, 9836205162 and 9836874913, were identified in connection with the fake calls.
- •One caller claimed to be Akash Singh from the Governor's residence, while another directly impersonated the Governor.
- •Lok Bhavan clarified that no employee named Akash Singh works at the Governor's residence.
- •The public is advised to exercise caution and verify any suspicious communication, reporting fraud to 033-2200-1641–44 or generalcellgs@gmail.com.
Key Questions Answered
Lok Bhavan reported that fraudulent calls impersonating the Governor were made from two mobile numbers: 9836205162 and 9836874913, with individuals posing as the Governor or an official named Akash Singh. Previously, cyber complaints were also lodged regarding calls originating from the number 9836540163.
Government officials, organizations, and members of the public can verify or report suspicious communications or unauthorized use of the Governor's name and photograph to Lok Bhavan using the phone numbers 033-2200-1641 through 44 or via email at generalcellgs@gmail.com.
Lok Bhavan has instructed the concerned authorities to investigate the incidents, identify those responsible, and take appropriate legal action against the culprits. The public and government officials have also been advised to exercise extreme caution and verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Lok Bhavan.
