Ludhiana: 4 FIRs Filed in Visa Fraud Case

Authorities in Ludhiana have registered four First Information Reports (FIRs) against siblings Amit Malhotra and Veenu Malhotra, along with their aide Karun Kumar, for alleged visa fraud. Operating under the banner of Global Way Immigration near Ishmeet Chowk, the trio is accused of deceiving clients by promising visas to countries like the UK and Canada in exchange for substantial sums of money.

Key Developments:

• Nature of Complaints: Victims reported being misled with false assurances of visa approvals, resulting in financial losses.
• Legal Action: FIRs were lodged under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (cheating) and provisions of the Immigration Act.
• Previous Arrests: The accused were apprehended on September 6, 2024, following a complaint by a woman police officer who claimed her family was defrauded of ₹14.3 lakh for UK visas.
• Business License Revoked: The district administration canceled the firm’s license on August 13, 2024, after multiple allegations of fraudulent activities emerged.

The case underscores the increasing vigilance of law enforcement against immigration fraud, aiming to protect vulnerable individuals seeking overseas opportunities. Further investigations are ongoing.