Integrated Cyber Scam Response Center Launched in Nepal: Call 1247 for 24/7 Helpline
7th November 2026, Kathmandu
The Government of Nepal has officially launched the Integrated Cyber Scam Response Center to combat online financial fraud. Bringing together Nepal Police, banks, digital wallets, and ISPs under one roof, the center offers 24/7 assistance for cyber scam reporting via emergency helpline 1247.
In a major step toward curbing digital financial fraud, the Government of Nepal has officially launched the Integrated Cyber Scam Response Center. The center began its operations on Friday during an inauguration ceremony chaired by Nepal Police Inspector General Dr. Manoj Kumar KC.
Key Objectives & Government Approval
Established following a ministerial decision on Ashwin 23, 2083 BS, the center aims to streamline cyber fraud control, accelerate incident response, and safeguard citizens against online financial scams.
One-Stop Collaboration: Police, Banks, and Telecoms
To make fraud mitigation swift and seamless, key stakeholders will now operate cooperatively from a single location:
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Nepal Police
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Regulatory Bodies
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Commercial Banks & Financial Institutions
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Digital Wallet Providers
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Telecom & Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
This multi-sectoral integration allows immediate actions such as freezing compromised bank accounts, tracing suspicious transactions, and blocking fraudulent digital nodes.
24/7 Emergency Helpline: 1247
To facilitate instant reporting, the center has appointed round-the-clock contact officers and activated the dedicated emergency helpline 1247.
If you suspect or experience any cyber financial scam, you can dial 1247 anytime, 24/7, to register complaints and get immediate technical and law enforcement assistance.
Securing Nepal’s Digital Economy
By minimizing the risks of cyber fraud, the Integrated Cyber Scam Response Center aims to build a safer, transparent, and resilient digital financial ecosystem across Nepal.
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