Following mid-day’s in-depth investigative series last year, and our report on Thursday, that exposed a rising racket of scams operated through dating apps, Maharashtra Cyber has taken decisive steps to alert and educate the public.

Recognising the scale and impact of the fraud, Maharashtra Cyber launched a public awareness campaign featuring Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel. The campaign includes a video message warning users about a growing trend where individuals are lured through dating platforms and then defrauded at selected clubs and lounges. The video has been widely circulated across social media platforms, including the official X handle of Maharashtra Cyber, garnering strong public and law enforcement attention.

The screen grab of the viral tweet of the Maharashtra Cyber featuring the actor