Nashik: Fake WhatsApp Account Created Using Collector Ayush Prasad’s Name & Photo

Nashik: A phony WhatsApp Business account, purportedly created by an unknown individual, has been using the name, official title, and photograph of Nashik District Collector Ayush Prasad. This fraudulent account is attempting to send messages to citizens and engage in communication with them. The account is labeled as a 'Business Account' and is connected to a Thailand-based phone number.

Messages like "Hello... How are you doing... Where are you at the moment?" have allegedly been sent from this number in an attempt to engage in conversations with recipients. In response to this incident, residents across Nashik district have been advised not to respond to any messages, calls, or communications received from this number.

They have also been cautioned against disclosing personal information, documents, OTPs, bank account details, or any financial transaction-related information. The District Collector's Office has emphasized that the account created in Ayush Prasad's name is not an official account and has advised citizens to stay vigilant and exercise caution when receiving messages claiming to be from the District Collector or any other government bodies.

Any suspicious communication should be reported to the appropriate authorities, according to the District Collector's Office.