UK CAMPAIGN RAISING AWARENESS OF VISA FRAUD
The Voice of Chandigarh
Recognising the positive response to the UK Government’s ‘Visa Fraud Ton Bacho’ campaign launched earlier this year, the British High Commission will be working with the Indian authorities and local stakeholders to extend the campaign’s reach further to areas of Punjab and Haryana over the coming months.
The UK today [6 August] unveiled a new QR code for its WhatsApp chatbot, making it easier to access advice in an accessible format, in Punjabi. The chatbot provides official UK guidance on identifying common visa scam tactics as well as official guidance for those seeking legal routes to travel to the UK.
Information resources will be created and shared with local authorities and other trusted stakeholders working with the BHC on tackling visa fraud, with the aim of creating a network of partners in the fight against visa fraud.
Daniel Sherry, Political Counsellor, British High Commission, said: We are pleased to be continuing our Visa Fraud Ton Bacho campaign in Punjab, making it more accessible with the launch of our WhatsApp chatbot QR code. Working with partners in Chandigarh and Punjab, and with the Government of India, we will continue to protect those vulnerable to visa fraud
Amandeep Grewal, Deputy Head of Mission, Chandigarh, said: We are grateful to our stakeholders for their strong support in making ‘Visa Fraud Ton Bacho’ campaign a success. Our mission is clear—to protect innocent people from visa fraud. As we expand this campaign across Punjab and Haryana, we will continue raising awareness and promoting safe, legal travel to the UK.
The British High Commission have also organised two photo exhibitions at the Elante Mall on 6th August 1430-1700 and Sector 17 Underpass on 7th August 1630-1900 to meet with the local community, highlighting the risks of irregular migration and sharing guidance on how to avoid falling victim to visa fraud.
