Chandigarh, July 29, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
In a major step to strengthen the response to cyber financial crimes, the Punjab Police has operationalised the e-Zero First Information Report (FIR) mechanism for cyber financial fraud cases involving transactions exceeding Rs 5 lakh.
The initiative has been formally introduced following directions issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, according to an official statement released on Wednesday.
Under the new system, eligible cyber financial fraud complaints lodged through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) or the National Cyber Crime Helpline (1930) will be automatically converted into e-Zero FIRs. These FIRs will then be electronically transmitted through the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) to the concerned Cyber Crime Police Station in the respective district or Police Commissionerate for investigation.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said cases involving cyber financial fraud of Rs 1 crore or more will be transferred to the State Cyber Crime Police Station in Mohali for registration and investigation.
He said the e-Zero FIR mechanism has been introduced to eliminate delays in FIR registration and facilitate immediate action to freeze bank accounts, digital wallets and other payment instruments used in cyber frauds. The system is also aimed at preserving electronic evidence, coordinating with financial institutions and initiating prompt investigations to maximise the recovery of defrauded money.
“The first few hours after a cyber financial fraud are the most critical for tracing and freezing funds. By enabling automatic registration, the e-Zero FIR system empowers investigating officers to take urgent legal and technical measures without procedural delays,” the DGP said.
The Punjab Police said victims will receive immediate information regarding the registration of the e-Zero FIR, details of the concerned Cyber Crime Police Station, the investigating officer and the procedure for completing statutory formalities under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023.
According to the official statement, the State Cyber Crime Division will monitor the implementation of the e-Zero FIR mechanism across Punjab to ensure timely registration, transfer, investigation and supervision of cyber financial fraud cases.
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