Visa Dream: Man Loses Rs 11L in Fraudulent Scheme
A resident of Tarn Taran, Punjab, has alleged that he was defrauded of ₹11.11 lakh by an immigration firm in Sector 17, Chandigarh, under the pretext of securing a study visa for his daughter to Australia.
Daljit Singh, the complainant, stated that after an initial payment of ₹3,000, he was asked by the accused—identified as Khushpal Singh and Mallika Sachdeva—to pay an additional ₹15 lakh for the visa processing. Between February 9 and May 10, 2024, Singh transferred over ₹11 lakh online. Despite the payments, his daughter neither received the promised visa nor was the money refunded.
The UT Police have registered a case against the accused under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. However, as of now, no arrests have been made.
This incident highlights the growing concern over immigration frauds targeting aspiring students. Authorities urge individuals to exercise caution and verify the credentials of immigration consultants before making any financial commitments.