In a landmark decision, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has streamlined the process for victims of cyber fraud to seek financial relief. The court has removed the requirement to file a First Information Report (FIR) as a precondition for initiating reimbursement claims. This decision aims to provide faster redressal to victims and reduce procedural delays.
The court emphasized that the focus should be on aiding victims rather than bogging them down with formalities. Victims can now directly approach banks or payment platforms with evidence of fraud to initiate the refund process. Authorities believe this decision will encourage more victims to report cyber fraud cases without fearing lengthy legal procedures. This step is a major win for digital users in the state, especially as online fraud cases continue to rise.