In a significant move against cyber crime, the Gujarat Police have successfully dismantled an international cyber crime gang linked to China. This operation, led by the Cyber Crime Cell in Surat, has seen the resolution of 12 major cases over the last 15 days. The gang is suspected of being responsible for over 866 crimes, with more than 210 FIRs filed against them. Home State Minister Harsh Sanghavi congratulated the police teams for their achievements.
The crackdown aligns with the central government’s efforts to combat cyber crime under the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Gujarat government, led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has stressed the importance of technology in tackling these crimes, investing in resources and expert teams to enhance their capabilities. A high-tech Cyber Excellence Centre is also being established to strengthen their efforts.
Recently, in Ahmedabad, six members of the Chinese cyber crime gang were arrested. They were operating from Cambodia and Nepal and had hacked an ICICI Bank account, transferring ₹48.85 lakh illicitly. The gang is accused of holding a victim hostage for six days in a hotel in Nepal while committing digital arrests, investment fraud, and Telegram task fraud. Technical analysis and human intelligence were crucial in locating them in Ahmedabad and Surat, where over 200 complaints were filed against their activities.
In another case, two individuals from Surat were arrested for defrauding a woman of ₹14.94 lakh by posing as a cyber crime inspector. They were caught after misrepresenting themselves and fabricating a story involving drugs. Additionally, a man named Dilip Jagani from Ahmedabad was apprehended for being involved in seven cyber fraud cases, including digital arrests and forgery.
The Surat Cyber Crime Cell also scored a victory on May 2, 2025, by arresting Anilbhai Kheni, who was involved in a cyber fraud operation from Dubai. He was found with four mobile phones, five debit cards, and 12 SIM cards, indicating the scale of his operations. On May 7, another suspect, Rahul Chaudhary, was arrested for defrauding victims under the guise of forex trading, using a fake application promoted on Instagram.
Moreover, the police have been proactive in addressing fraud cases involving insurance scams. On May 15, two individuals were arrested for defrauding an insurance company of ₹98.85 lakh by providing false information over the phone and email. In a separate incident, a senior citizen was defrauded of ₹1.15 crore by a fraudster pretending to be a CBI officer, demonstrating the diverse tactics employed by these criminals.
In Rajkot, the local cyber crime team arrested a man on May 3 for creating a fake profile to scam individuals. They also took action against nine social media influencers promoting online gambling websites. Meanwhile, in Vadodara, police recovered ₹1.01 crore of the ₹2.71 crore fraud committed, showcasing the efficiency of their operations.
The Gujarat Police’s recent successes highlight their commitment to combating cyber crime with zero tolerance. This initiative reflects a broader strategy to leverage technology and public awareness in the fight against cyber threats. As cyber crime continues to evolve, the focus remains on enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement to protect citizens effectively.
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