MHA Launches e-Zero FIR Initiative to Combat Cyber Financial Fraud
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of e-Zero FIR initiative by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). |
| Date | May 20, 2025 |
| Announced by | Union Home Minister Amit Shah |
| Objective | Swift registration of FIRs in high-value cyber financial fraud cases. |
| Pilot Project Location | Delhi |
| Threshold for FIR | Cases involving losses above ₹10 lakh |
| Complaint Channels | National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and Helpline 1930 |
| Key Feature | Automatic conversion of complaints into Zero FIRs |
| Follow-up Requirement | Complainants must visit the cybercrime police station within 3 days to convert Zero FIR into a regular FIR. |
| Background | Rapid increase in online financial frauds necessitated faster FIR registration. |
| Static Facts | Zero FIR: Can be filed at any police station, irrespective of jurisdiction. I4C: Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, launched in 2020. 1930: Helpline for financial cyber fraud complaints. |
| Significance | Enhances accountability, transparency, and response time in cybercrime handling. |