Pune News: PCMC Warns Against Fake SMS On Water Supply Disruption
Pune News: PCMC Warns Against Fake SMS On Water Supply Disruption
Residents advised to stay alert and report suspicious messages
Pimpri: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has issued a public advisory regarding fraudulent SMS messages falsely claiming that water supply will be discontinued due to unpaid bills. These misleading messages are being sent in the name of the PCMC Water Supply Department from unauthorized mobile numbers. The civic body has urged citizens to remain vigilant, refrain from responding to such messages, and report them to cyber police.
PCMC has clarified that while legal action is being taken against properties with outstanding water bills, all official notices are sent through verified communication channels. However, recent cases have emerged where fake messages have been sent to residents, creating unnecessary panic. Some of these messages also contain harmful APK files, which, when downloaded, can compromise personal and banking data.
Residents are advised not to engage with such messages and instead report them immediately to the nearest police station, the cybercrime cell, or the toll-free number 1903.
“We have received multiple complaints about fraudulent SMS messages claiming to be from PCMC’s Water Supply Department. We urge citizens to stay cautious, ignore such messages, and avoid calling the numbers mentioned in them. Additionally, no one should download any attachments received through these fake messages, as they could lead to financial fraud. PCMC is actively coordinating with cyber police to take action against the culprits. We request residents to report such incidents without delay.” informed Shekhar Singh, Commissioner, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation.
