In a shocking case of digital fraud that has exposed serious vulnerabilities in Haryana's land records system, cyber criminals successfully breached the state's Muchal Fard Masawat Bandobast (MFMB) portal and illegally registered multiple properties in Bhiwani and Sirsa districts.
The sophisticated scam came to light when revenue department officials noticed suspicious transactions in the system. Preliminary investigations reveal that fraudsters gained unauthorized access to the portal and manipulated land records to register properties fraudulently.
How the Scam Unfolded
According to officials familiar with the investigation, the cyber criminals employed advanced hacking techniques to bypass security protocols of the MFMB portal. Once inside the system, they systematically altered land records and created fake registration documents for properties in both Bhiwani and Sirsa districts.
The modus operandi involved:
- Gaining unauthorized access to the land records portal
- Creating fake property registration entries
- Generating fraudulent ownership documents
- Manipulating digital land records systematically
Immediate Actions Taken
Authorities have swung into action following the discovery of the security breach. The Haryana government has initiated a comprehensive audit of all recent transactions through the MFMB portal to identify the full extent of the fraud.
Revenue department officials have been directed to verify all property registrations conducted through the portal in the affected districts over the past few months. Simultaneously, cybersecurity experts have been roped in to strengthen the portal's security infrastructure and prevent future breaches.
Broader Implications
This incident raises serious questions about the security of digital governance systems in Haryana. The MFMB portal, designed to bring transparency and efficiency to land records management, has instead become a tool for sophisticated cyber fraud.
The case highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in government digital platforms, particularly those handling sensitive property records and financial transactions. Property owners in the affected districts have been advised to verify their land records immediately through authorized channels.
As the investigation continues, authorities are exploring all angles, including the possibility of insider involvement. The state government has assured strict action against all those involved in the scam, promising to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore public confidence in the digital land records system.
