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43 Loan apps blocked in Pakistan. Federal Minister for Information Technology (IT) and Telecommunication Amin-ul-Haque said that authorities have launched crackdowns on unlawful loan applications in response to a number of scams and have blocked at least 43 applications.
Amin-ul-Haque claimed that the government launched a campaign on illegitimate loan providers as part of a decisive action to tackle fraudulent loan applications.
He said in a statement that Major General (r) Hafeez Ur Rehman. The chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), ordered fast action taken in response to the illicit loan applications.
Amin-ul-Haque reported that 43 loan applications already denied due to the instructions. He noted that the targeted loan industry businesses registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Amin-ul-Haque highlighted the gravity of the problem by shedding light on the participation of mafia organizations using social media, particularly Facebook.
These dishonest organizations have turned to extortion, taking advantage of the financial weaknesses of defenseless people.
A thorough public awareness campaign started, according to the state news agency, to increase awareness and protect the people.
The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Cybercrime wing, the PTA, or local police stations are all encouraged to receive reports from the public. Regarding any suspicious loan applications or incidences involving loan mafia organizations.
The coordinated efforts of numerous law enforcement organisations attempted to combat the nation’s rising cybercrime tsunami.
The minister communicates directly with the FIA Director-General and regularly briefs him on the operation’s status in order to maintain proper coordination.
Amin emphasised the necessity for prompt action against individuals participating in shady loan schemes rather than waiting for complaints to mount.
He emphasised the significance of safeguarding the public from financial exploitation and putting a stop to such unlawful lending practises.
The minister denounced the violence threats, extortion, and data abuse practises used by loan mafia organisations.
He reiterated that these actions clearly against the law and ought to stopped right away.
The general public urged caution while making financial transactions online and to avoid disclosing personal information to unidentified parties.
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The ministry warns people against responding to these adverts. And to stay away from giving out personal information or money after observing the rise of internet posts touting money-making schemes.
The government’s crackdown aims to protect the public’s interests and keep everyone’s online activity secure.
Authorities continue to be vigilant as the operation moves forward to apprehend the perpetrators. And safeguard the populace from shady loan scams.