About us
"Congratulations! Aapne Rs 25 lakh jeete hain. Press 1 to claim."
We all know that call. We have all laughed at it. But do you know why millions of people still fall for it every year?
CitizenSetu is a community for everyday people — not lawyers, not cyber experts — just neighbours, colleagues, and friends who want to stay one step ahead of scams, fraud, and the systems that feel designed to confuse us.
We don't do boring lectures. We do:
- Live scam simulations
- Quiz nights (KBC format, obviously)
- Anonymous confession sessions
- Real case breakdowns
- 'Mom, Don't Click That!' workshops
Think of it as your neighbourhood's smartest friend — except there are hundreds of us.
No jargon. No judgment. Just real stories, a lot of laughs, and information that actually protects you and your family.
Come as you are. Leave more prepared.
📧 citizensetu@gmail.com
🌐 www.citizensetu.com
📞 84015 05257
Upcoming events
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Customer Care / KYC Fraud & Instant Loan App Scams | MEETUP
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🚨 Customer Care / KYC Fraud & Instant Loan App Scams | Citizen Setu | Online
One message. One click. One mistake. That's all scammers need.
Every day, thousands of people receive messages claiming their Bank KYC has expired, their SIM card will be blocked, or they're eligible for an instant loan with no paperwork.
These scams look convincing, sound urgent, and are designed to make you act before you think.
In this interactive awareness session, we'll break down two of the fastest-growing cyber frauds in India—Customer Care/KYC Fraud and Instant Loan App Scams. You'll learn how these scams work, why they succeed, and the simple steps that can protect you and your family.
More importantly, you'll learn how to become an informed citizen who helps prevent scams instead of becoming the next victim.### 🔍 What You'll Learn
- How fake KYC and customer care scams trick victims into sharing sensitive information.
- How remote access apps and phishing links are used to steal banking credentials and OTPs.
- How fake instant loan apps exploit phone permissions and misuse personal data.
- Warning signs that indicate a message, call, or app is fraudulent.
- Practical steps to stay safe and help others avoid cyber fraud.
### 🎯 Interactive Activities
- 🎤 Open Mic Stories – Volunteers share real scam experiences and lessons learned.
- 📊 Rapid-Fire Quiz – Test your cyber awareness through live polls.
- 📦 Confession Box – Anonymous scam stories submitted before the event are discussed.
- 🤔 Would You Have Fallen For It? – Vote Yes, No, or Maybe after each real-life scenario.
- ⭐ Rate the Scammer – Score each scam based on how convincing it was and discuss the tactics used.
📅 Date: 27 July
🗓️ Day: Monday
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM IST
💻 Format: Online (Live Interactive Session)
Whether you're a student, working professional, business owner, homemaker, or senior citizen, this session will equip you with practical knowledge to recognize cyber fraud before it's too late.
Stay Alert. Stay Informed. Stay Safe. Together, let's make our communities harder for scammers to target.
Contact Information
📧 Email: citizensetu@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://www.citizensetu.com/
📞 Phone: 84015 052577 attendees
Phishing & Remote Access Scams | MEETUP
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https://chat.whatsapp.com/EolBn77aS2u3INAeclbzeP🎭 PHISHING & REMOTE ACCESS SCAMS
SpeakUp Society · Online · 60 Minutes
"One phone call. One click. One OTP. That's all it takes."
Every day, ordinary people lose their savings—not because they're careless, but because modern scams are designed to feel completely real.
A message says your electricity will be disconnected tonight.
A caller claims to be from your bank's fraud department.
A courier company says your parcel is stuck.
Tech support insists your phone has been hacked.
The pressure feels real. The apps they ask you to install are real. The websites look real.
The scam isn't.
In this highly interactive SpeakUp Society meetup, you'll experience how phishing, smishing, vishing, and remote-access scams actually unfold. Instead of reading safety tips, you'll watch a realistic scam happen step by step, learn how criminals manipulate emotions like fear and urgency, and discover the warning signs most people miss until it's too late.
You'll learn why legitimate remote desktop apps can become dangerous in the wrong hands, how scammers bypass common security habits through social engineering, and what simple actions can protect you and your family.
Whether you're a student, working professional, parent, or senior citizen, this session will change the way you look at unexpected calls, links, and urgent messages.## During the Meetup
- 🎭 Watch a realistic live scam simulation from the first phone call to the attempted financial fraud.
- 🕵️ "At What Point Did You Suspect?" — identify the exact moment you would have recognized the scam.
- 📱 Analyze real phishing and scam messages to spot hidden warning signs.
- 🧠 Learn the psychological tricks scammers use to create panic, trust, and urgency.
- 💬 Discuss practical habits that reduce your risk of becoming a victim.
This is not a technical workshop.
It's a practical survival guide for the digital world—because the best defense against scams isn't better technology.
It's recognizing the scam before the scammer reaches your wallet.Contact Information
📧 Email: citizensetu@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://www.citizensetu.com/
📞 Phone: 84015 052573 attendees
DIGITAL ARREST MEETUP
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https://chat.whatsapp.com/EolBn77aS2u3INAeclbzeP🚨 Digital Arrest – "Aapke Baache ke Paas Drugs Mila Hai"
🕒 Duration: 1 Hour
💻 Mode: Online Session
"This is the CBI speaking. A parcel containing illegal drugs has been found in your name. Your Aadhaar card has been linked to criminal activity. You are now under Digital Arrest. Do not disconnect this video call or inform anyone."
It sounds unbelievable.
Yet every day, educated professionals, business owners, senior citizens, and students lose their life savings to this exact scam.
Digital Arrest is one of India's fastest-growing cyber frauds. Criminals impersonate police officers, CBI officials, cybercrime investigators, or customs authorities using fake uniforms, forged documents, official-looking video call backgrounds, and intimidating legal language. Their goal is simple—to isolate you, create fear, and pressure you into transferring your money.
Digital Arrest – Aapke Baache ke Paas Drugs Mila Hai is an eye-opening, interactive awareness session where we expose the complete scam from start to finish. Through realistic demonstrations, real case studies, and expert explanations, you'll learn exactly how these fraudsters manipulate victims—and how to protect yourself before it's too late.### 🎯 What You'll Experience
- 🚔 Inside the Digital Arrest Scam – Watch a step-by-step breakdown of how fraudsters impersonate police, CBI, and cybercrime officials during video calls.
- ⚖️ Know Your Legal Rights – Understand what real law enforcement officers can and cannot do, and why no genuine agency will ever place you under "digital arrest" over WhatsApp, Skype, or any video call.
- 🧠 Fear vs Reality – Learn the psychological tactics scammers use to create panic, isolation, and blind compliance.
- 🎮 Rapid Fire Quiz – Test your scam awareness through an interactive live quiz and reinforce the key lessons from the session.
### 💡 You'll Learn
- How Digital Arrest scams actually work
- The warning signs of fake police and CBI impersonation calls
- Common legal myths exploited by cybercriminals
- What to do immediately if you receive such a call
- Practical steps to protect yourself, your family, and your finances
Whether you're a student, working professional, homemaker, business owner, or senior citizen, this session could prevent a devastating financial loss.
Fear is the scammer's biggest weapon. Awareness is yours. Join us and learn how to stay one step ahead of Digital Arrest fraud.
📧 Email : citizensetu@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://www.citizensetu.com
Open to everyone. No technical knowledge required. Learn, participate, and stay one step ahead of scammers.6 attendees
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