Members of the Indian community in Australia, which numbers almost a million, are being warned about a surge of scam phone calls targeting them with false legal threats.
Fraudsters pretending to represent Indian law enforcement agencies, courts, or other official authorities falsely accuse recipients of involvement in legal or criminal matters in India. These callers often instruct victims to contact or visit the High Commission of India in Canberra to add credibility to their claims.
The High Commission of India has issued a clear advisory emphasising that Indian authorities never ask for personal information over the phone, nor do they demand money transfers or issue threats. Recipients are urged not to engage with these callers, avoid sharing any personal or financial details, and hang up immediately.
The Indian diaspora in Australia is one of the largest and fastest-growing communities, making it a significant target for such scams. The High Commission encourages anyone receiving suspicious calls to report them promptly to the High Commission, the relevant Consulates General of India, or local Australian police.
The High Commission is actively working alongside authorities in both India and Australia to combat these fraudulent activities and protect the Indian community living abroad.
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