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Raksha Bandhan celebrates protection, but ironically, many festive loan offers become financial traps, especially for salaried individuals. With NBFCs and scam apps flooding the market with emotional offers, it’s time to protect your wallet along with your relationships.
रक्षाबंधन सुरक्षा का पर्व है, लेकिन कई फेस्टिव लोन ऑफर आपको आर्थिक जाल में फंसा सकते हैं। इस ब्लॉग में जानिए कैसे सुरक्षित रहें।
Cybercriminals are taking advantage of emotions. Here’s how:
Scammers pose as courier services (like India Post), sending SMS about failed deliveries and demanding “re-delivery charges.”
💸 Victims end up leaking UPI/bank details via fake links.
Fraudsters claim to be a sibling sending gifts from abroad. They ask for customs duty in advance.
एक मुंबई महिला ने ऐसे ही ₹8.20 लाख गंवा दिए।
Ads like “RakshaBandhan iPhone for ₹599” lead to phishing websites.
🛑 Red Flags (सावधान रहने के संकेत):
XYZUPI@mairtel)rakshabandhanoffer.in.net)Even legit NBFCs hide charges behind “limited period offers.” Here's what to look for:
| Charge | Typical Cost | ₹5 Lakh Loan Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Processing Fee | 1-3% + 18% GST | ₹10,000 + ₹1,800 GST |
| Foreclosure Penalty | 2-5% | ₹15,000+ loss if paid early |
| Late EMI Charges | ₹500–₹1,500/month | Credit score drops |
| Loan Insurance | ₹5K–₹15K | Often added without consent |
🤓 Pro Tip: Use RBI’s loan comparison tools to check actual APR (Annual Percentage Rate).
Advance Payment Before Disbursal | लोन से पहले पैसे की मांग
No Office Address, Only App | बिना ऑफिस वाले ऐप्स
100% Approval Guarantee | बिना क्रेडिट चेक के अप्रूवल
WhatsApp Threats | वॉट्सएप पर धमकी
No Proper Agreement | लोन एग्रीमेंट नहीं दिया जाता
🧑💼 केस स्टडी: दिल्ली के रवि ने ₹999 लोन प्रोसेसिंग में दिए लेकिन न लोन मिला न पैसे वापस।
Check RBI Registration | आरबीआई में रजिस्टर्ड है या नहीं देखें
Scan Shortened URLs | शॉर्ट लिंक को जांचें
Prefer Credit Cards | डेबिट या UPI से न करें पहली पेमेंट
Calculate Real Loan Cost | EMI से ज्यादा APR देखें
Educate Elders | परिवार को भी समझाएं
🎯 Raksha Bandhan loans can be helpful—but only if taken from verified NBFCs with full transparency.
"A real offer will wait. A fake one will push you."
"सच्चा ऑफर इंतज़ार करेगा, झूठा आपको जल्दीबाज़ी में डालेगा।"
🔁 Share this post with your family, especially elders and working professionals. Save them from festive frauds.
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This article is crafted solely for educational clarity and financial awareness during the festive season. All financial examples, figures, and scam patterns mentioned here are based on publicly available reports, threat intelligence findings, and market research as of the time of writing.
This content does not serve as personal financial advice, a lending offer, or a recommendation to engage with any loan provider mentioned or implied. Verification of any lender’s authenticity must be performed independently via RBI or official portals.
Readers are fully accountable for their digital actions, including evaluating offers, engaging with third-party platforms, or responding to any promotions. Cybercrime methods evolve; stay informed and report suspicious activity to India’s cybercrime portal or helpline 1930.