A private bank in Bengaluru witnessed chaos after its internal Wi-Fi network was shockingly renamed “Pakistan Zindabad.” The unexpected incident sparked panic among employees and customers, leading to immediate police intervention to assess the situation.
According to local reports, the alarming Wi-Fi name was noticed during regular banking hours, causing confusion and concern inside the branch. Staff members quickly informed higher authorities, who in turn alerted law enforcement officials. The Bengaluru police reached the spot to investigate whether the act was intentional or a result of a technical prank.
Authorities have stated that the investigation will determine who was responsible for renaming the network. The police are also reviewing CCTV footage and digital logs to trace the device that made the change. Officials assured that there was no data breach or external cyber threat detected so far.
Preliminary findings suggest the incident could have been a mischievous attempt to create panic rather than a serious security breach. However, the use of the slogan “Pakistan Zindabad” often seen as politically charged in India triggered strong emotional reactions among customers and staff.
One senior officer confirmed that such actions can fall under cyber nuisance or even under laws concerning public order, depending on the intent behind them. The police urged the public to remain calm while ensuring that strict measures would be taken against the person responsible.
The bank’s management later issued a statement, emphasizing that all customer data and operations remained secure. They assured that additional cybersecurity measures have been implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Incidents involving digital pranks or politically sensitive messages have raised concerns across India in recent years. Experts say that unauthorized changes to Wi-Fi names or public networks can lead to unnecessary panic and could even be misinterpreted as cyber threats.
The situation also highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity awareness within both public and private institutions. As the use of technology deepens across financial sectors, ensuring safe digital environments has become as crucial as physical security.
In a related development, the Punjab Property Ordinance 2025 has also emphasized stricter monitoring and accountability mechanisms to tackle misuse of digital and physical assets, reflecting a broader move toward institutional safety and order across sectors.
