TL;DR: Fraudsters posing as government officials are targeting parents of school students in Tamil Nadu, especially those in Classes 10 and 12. The scammers claim students have earned scholarships, tricking parents into sharing bank and UPI details. Some families have lost ₹5,000 to ₹25,000 before realizing it’s a scam! 😨
🎭 How the Scam Works
Scammers use student data (like school details, parent names, and addresses) to sound legitimate. They request UPI-linked phone numbers under the pretext of depositing scholarship money. In some cases, fraudsters send QR codes that, when scanned, drain the victims’ accounts. 🕵️♂️
🛑 Why It’s Spreading Fast
One government school in Tirunelveli reported six families being scammed. The school education department is now urging parents to stay vigilant and warning teachers to spread awareness about these fraudulent schemes.
💡 MediaFx Opinion: Time for Stricter Digital Safeguards
It’s unacceptable that scammers access student data. While educating parents is essential, the government must also strengthen data protection policies to avoid such leaks. Schools and police need to work proactively to prevent these scams from spreading further.
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