Indian Embassy Warns US Diaspora of Fraudulent Calls Spoofing Diplomatic Lines

The Indian Embassy and its consulates across the United States have issued urgent scam alerts warning the diaspora about fraudulent calls from individuals impersonating diplomatic officials. The scammers are spoofing official phone numbers to appear legitimate, aiming to steal personal information and extort money.

The embassy urged community members to be cautious of unsolicited calls demanding payment or sensitive details. It emphasized that diplomatic missions never request such information or payments over the phone.

Anyone receiving suspicious calls should hang up immediately and report the incident to local law enforcement and the nearest Indian diplomatic mission. The embassy also advised verifying any official communication through its verified website or contact numbers.

The alerts come amid a rise in impersonation scams targeting immigrant communities in the US. Authorities recommend not sharing personal or financial data with unknown callers.