Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma orders crackdown on cyber fraud, reviews R4C
Synopsis
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma personally inspected the state's cybercrime nerve centre and found a system in rapid expansion — helpline capacity up from 30 to 53 lines, 412 e-Zero FIRs filed, and ₹100 crore already committed. The real signal: he is now going after fraudsters' assets and the bank account mules who enable them, not just the crimes themselves.
Key Takeaways
CM Bhajanlal Sharma inspected the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) and 1930 Cyber Helpline at Police Headquarters, Jaipur on 18 July .
The 1930 Helpline has been expanded from 30 to 53 call lines , with a target of 60 lines ; 95% of complaints are now acted upon promptly.
412 e-Zero FIRs have been filed in cyber fraud cases involving amounts over ₹5 lakh .
Rajasthan allocated ₹100 crore in the 2026–27 Budget for R4C; an AI-enabled call centre for the helpline is under development.
54 Rajasthan Police personnel have been selected by the Ministry of Home Affairs for specialised cyber investigation training in 2026.
A Special SLBC meeting is scheduled for 21 July to strengthen bank-police coordination against cyber fraud.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday, 18 July inspected the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) and the 1930 Cyber Helpline at the Police Headquarters in Jaipur, directing senior officials to intensify the state's offensive against online fraud and strengthen the cybercrime response ecosystem.
Key Directives from the Chief Minister
Chairing a high-level review meeting with senior police officials, Sharma ordered wide-scale public awareness campaigns on cybercrime across social media and digital platforms. He also called for dedicated cyber literacy programmes in schools and colleges to equip students with knowledge about online fraud risks.
Sharma directed authorities to tighten coordination with banks to ensure the immediate freezing of fraudulent accounts and to deploy modern technology and data analytics to accelerate detection and prevention. He went further, instructing police to pursue not just cybercriminals but also their illegally acquired assets — and warned that individuals who knowingly lend bank accounts for fraudulent use will face strict legal consequences.
State of the 1930 Helpline and R4C Operations
Police officials briefed the Chief Minister that nearly 95 per cent of complaints received on the 1930 Cyber Helpline are now being registered and acted upon promptly. The helpline has been expanded from 30 call lines to 53, operating across three shifts, with capacity set to rise to 60 lines shortly.
As of June 2026, call-handling capacity and response rates under the TCS and NCRP systems have shown marked improvement. Officials also reported that 412 e-Zero FIRs have been registered in cyber fraud cases involving amounts exceeding ₹5 lakh.
Operations and Enforcement Drives
Officials briefed Sharma on the outcomes of several statewide enforcement operations — Operation Vajra Prahar, Operation Cyber Shield, Operation Anti-Virus, and Operation Mule Hunter. These drives have led to the arrest of cybercriminals, recovery and refund of defrauded money to victims, and large-scale blocking of suspicious SIM cards and mobile IMEI numbers.
Separately, the Ministry of Home Affairs has selected 54 Rajasthan Police personnel for specialised training in digital security and cyber investigation during 2026.
Budget Allocation and Infrastructure Push
The Chief Minister had announced ₹100 crore in the 2026–27 Rajasthan Budget to establish the R4C. The centre is now operational at the Police Headquarters, while work is underway on a state-of-the-art AI-enabled call centre for the 1930 Cyber Helpline. Sharma also directed that R4C be provided a dedicated building to further strengthen its operations.
What Comes Next
A Special State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC) meeting is scheduled for 21 July under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary to deepen coordination between banks and cyber police for faster action against fraud. The meeting follows the Chief Minister's explicit directive to close gaps in the bank-police response chain.
Point of View
Enforcement drives will keep chasing symptoms rather than causes. The SLBC meeting on 21 July is the real test — whether banks will commit to real-time flagging protocols or treat it as another coordination ritual. Rajasthan's ₹100 crore R4C bet is one of the larger state-level cybercrime infrastructure investments in India, but the AI-enabled call centre is still under construction while fraud volumes are not waiting.
NationPress
19 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C)?
The R4C is a dedicated state-level cybercrime response facility established at the Police Headquarters in Jaipur, backed by a ₹100 crore allocation in the 2026–27 Rajasthan Budget. It operates alongside the 1930 Cyber Helpline and coordinates enforcement, complaint registration, and digital investigation across the state.
What did CM Bhajanlal Sharma direct during the R4C review?
Sharma directed officials to launch public awareness campaigns, conduct cyber literacy programmes in schools and colleges, freeze fraudulent bank accounts swiftly, and pursue the illegally acquired assets of cybercriminals. He also warned that individuals who lend their bank accounts for fraud will face strict legal action.
How has the 1930 Cyber Helpline improved?
The helpline has expanded from 30 to 53 call lines operating in three shifts, with capacity set to reach 60 lines soon. As of June 2026, nearly 95 per cent of complaints are being registered and acted upon promptly, a significant improvement over earlier response rates.
What cybercrime operations has Rajasthan Police conducted?
Rajasthan Police has run several statewide enforcement drives including Operation Vajra Prahar, Operation Cyber Shield, Operation Anti-Virus, and Operation Mule Hunter. These operations have resulted in arrests, recovery and refund of defrauded money, and large-scale blocking of suspicious SIM cards and mobile IMEI numbers.
What happens next after CM Sharma's review?
A Special State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC) meeting is scheduled for 21 July under the Chief Secretary to strengthen bank-police coordination for faster action against cyber fraud. Work is also progressing on an AI-enabled call centre for the 1930 Cyber Helpline, and 54 Rajasthan Police personnel are undergoing specialised cyber training in 2026.
