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Odisha Police Cyber Saathi campaign

Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Sentiment
10
Attention
0
Articles
12
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The campaign is unlikely to have a direct market impact. However, it may indirectly benefit the hospitality sector in Puri by reducing fraud-related reputational damage and ensuring a safer environment for tourists.

Law Enforcement Hospitality Cybersecurity
Event Summary

Ahead of the Puri Rath Yatra on July 16, 2026, India — Odisha Police, through its India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation) (CID-CB) and India — Puri Police, launched the 'Cyber Saathi' campaign to protect pilgrims from online fraud. The campaign includes a Cyber Rath vehicle for awareness, removal of fake hotel booking websites, and coordination with hotel owners. As of July 2026, authorities have blocked 212 fake hotel websites and 26 fake webpages. The initiative aims to educate visitors about phishing, digital payment fraud, and fake booking scams.

Key Actions
30 India — Odisha Police launched cyber safety campaign
30 India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation) blocked fake hotel websites
20 India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation) flagged off Cyber Rath vehicle
20 India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation) inspected hotels for security
20 India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation) held coordination meeting Matatu Owners Association
10 India — Odisha Police urged devotees to stay vigilant
Entities Involved
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India — Odisha Police
India — Odisha Police is the lead agency executing the cyber safety campaign, enhancing its public safety reputation.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 10.0
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India — Criminal Investigation Department (disambiguation)
CID-CB is the operational arm conducting website takedowns, hotel inspections, and awareness drives.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 10.0
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India — Puri Police
India — Puri Police collaborates with CID-CB on ground-level implementation and coordination with local stakeholders.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Matatu Owners Association
The association participated in coordination meetings to help prevent fake booking frauds, benefiting its members.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Sarthak Sarangi
IGP (CID-CB) Dr. Sarthak Sarangi inaugurated the campaign, providing leadership visibility.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 5.0
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Pratik Singh
Puri SP Pratik Singh co-inaugurated the campaign, representing local police commitment.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 5.0
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Yogesh Bahadur Khurania
DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania directed the campaign, ensuring top-level oversight.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 5.0
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