Air India warns of fake social media accounts offering jobs

National carrier Air India has alerted the public against fake social media handles and websites using the airline’s registered trademark posing as its agents and offering jobs. The airline also cautioned people not to get trapped by these handles offering false discounts on Air India flight tickets. In a series of tweets, Air India explained the entire scenario. “It has come to our notice that some miscreants are using our brand name & identity to extract confidential bank & personal details from passengers. Claiming to represent Air India, they are also demanding money in exchange for job. We request all to exercise caution.” Air India said in a tweet.

Air India said that such offenders are demanding huge security deposits in lieu of job offers. The airline informed its customers to visit Air India’s official website, mobile app for booking related issues.