On January 10, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a Rajasthan Police appointment-letter ceremony in Jaipur, where a Cyber Helpline was launched in Rajasthan on the lines of I4C. Rajasthan's 2026-27 Budget separately proposed establishing the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) for control and prevention of cyber crimes, with AI-based analysis, a call centre for Cyber Helpline 1930, and ₹100 crore for office building construction and related cyber-security works. Rajasthan has witnessed a significant surge in cybercrime in recent years, with Bharatpur, Deeg, and the Mewat region emerging as notorious cybercrime hotspots. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma described strengthening cyber security as an important step for the state's digital economy. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) was established under the Ministry of Home Affairs to combat cybercrime in a coordinated and comprehensive manner; it was approved in October 2018 and its headquarters was inaugurated in New Delhi on January 10, 2020.
Rajasthan Launches Cyber Helpline; Budget Proposes Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) with ₹100 Crore for Cybersecurity Works
On January 10, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a Rajasthan Police appointment-letter ceremony in Jaipur, where a Cyber Helpline was launched in Rajasthan on the lines of I4C. Rajasthan's 2026-27 Budget separately proposed establishing the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) for control and prevention of cyber crimes, with AI-based analysis, a call centre for Cyber Helpline 1930, and ₹100 crore for office building construction and related cyber-security works. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) was approved in October 2018 and its headquarters was inaugurated in New Delhi on January 10, 2020.
Key facts
- R4C Cyber Fraud Prevention Scheme was inaugurated by Amit Shah on January 10, 2026 in Rajasthan.
- The R4C Centre involves ₹100 crore investment as Rajasthan's first cybercrime reporting centre.
- Bharatpur, Deeg and Mewat region have emerged as notorious cybercrime hotspots in Rajasthan.
- The centre operates 24x7 with direct digital link to the national cybercrime portal (cybercrime.gov.in).
- Cyber awareness programmes planned for schools, colleges and panchayats across Rajasthan.
- The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) was established under MHA in 2018.
Mains angle
Q: Discuss the significance of the Rajasthan 4C Cyber Fraud Prevention Scheme launched in January 2026 and its linkages with the national I4C framework.
Answer (50 words):
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Rajasthan's R4C Centre on January 10, 2026, with a ₹100 crore investment. Staffed 24x7, it links to cybercrime.gov.in for FIR registration and suspect tracking, targeting Bharatpur-Deeg-Mewat hubs. Experts trained by Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre support Rajasthan's first dedicated cyber response facility.
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Which Rajasthan districts (along with Nuh in Haryana) are referenced in the R4C article as cybercrime hotspots often called 'Jamtara-like' hubs?
Per the article, Bharatpur, Deeg, and Nuh (Mewat region) have emerged as notorious cybercrime hotspots, often referred to as 'Jamtara-like' hubs.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the R4C scheme, and when and by whom was it inaugurated?
The Rajasthan 4C (R4C) Cyber Fraud Prevention Scheme was inaugurated on January 10, 2026 by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It is Rajasthan's first dedicated cybercrime reporting centre with an investment of ₹100 crore.
Which regions of Rajasthan have been identified as major cybercrime hotspots?
Bharatpur, Deeg, and the Mewat region have emerged as notorious cybercrime hotspots in Rajasthan.
What national institution trained the experts at the R4C Centre, and how does the centre operate?
The experts at the R4C Centre were trained by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). The centre operates 24x7 and is directly linked to the national cybercrime portal cybercrime.gov.in.
When was the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) established and under which ministry?
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) was established in 2018 under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
What outreach activities are planned under the R4C scheme for public cyber awareness?
Cyber awareness programmes are planned for schools, colleges, and panchayats across Rajasthan to educate citizens, especially in rural areas and among senior citizens, about cyber fraud.
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