Rajasthan to set up R4C as cyber crime centre of excellence; DGP announces in Jaipur workshop
The proposed R4C will centralise cyber investigations, speed up fraud response and strengthen coordination across all districts.
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DGP announcing set up of R4C at a workshop in Jaipur.
Jaipur: Rajasthan is preparing to create its own dedicated cyber crime command hub with the launch of the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (R4C), a facility envisioned as a state-level centre of excellence to tackle the growing scale and complexity of digital offences.
The announcement was shared by Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar Sharma at the conclusion of a two-day workshop for operators of the national cyber crime helpline 1930, organised jointly by Rajasthan Police and CyberPeace at Police Headquarters in Jaipur. The initiative aligns with Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma’s stated goal of positioning Rajasthan as a model state for cyber and women’s safety.
Modelled on the Centre’s Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), R4C will act as a unified platform for cyber crime monitoring, investigation support, and real-time information sharing across districts. Senior officers said the facility will help standardise processes, improve inter-district coordination, and strengthen data-driven investigations, particularly in financial fraud and organised cyber crime cases.
Once operational, R4C is expected to serve as the backbone for advanced cyber policing in the state, supporting local police units with analytics, technical expertise, and faster escalation mechanisms.
Why first response matters
Addressing helpline operators, DGP Sharma underlined that cyber crime control depends heavily on the “first response”. He described handling cyber fraud complaints as both a skill and a responsibility, noting that the speed and sensitivity of the initial response often determines whether a victim’s money can be frozen and recovered in time.
The workshop focused on strengthening this first-response ecosystem, with special emphasis on the “golden hour” — the critical early window in financial cyber fraud cases.
Over two days, operators were trained on evolving fraud patterns such as phishing, social engineering and investment scams, along with practical case management and digital tools. Sessions also stressed the importance of empathy, patience and clear communication while dealing with distressed victims.
Outstanding participants were recognised with certificates by DGP Rajeev Sharma and ADG Cyber Crime Vijay Kumar Singh. CyberPeace founder Major Vineet Kumar highlighted the role of continuous technical training in preparing police forces for modern cyber threats.
With R4C on the horizon and a stronger first-responder network taking shape, Rajasthan is positioning itself to move from reactive cyber policing to a more coordinated, technology-led and victim-centric response system.
