Visa Fraud: Farmer Duped of ₹20L, FIR on Three
Police in Pilibhit district have registered an FIR against three individuals for allegedly duping a farmer of over ₹21 lakh by promising a U.S. work visa for his nephew.
The complaint was filed by Jaswinder Singh, a farmer from Gajraula Khurd village, who stated that the accused, operating under the name Grand Overseas in Amritsar, demanded ₹40 lakh for arranging the visa. Singh paid ₹21.28 lakh in installments, including both bank transfers and cash, but the promised visa never materialized.
Breakdown of Payments
- ₹6.1 lakh paid to Kulvinder Singh
- ₹4.38 lakh transferred to Sravjeet Kaur
- ₹80,000 to Nitish Devgan
- ₹10 lakh in cash handed over in December 2024
Despite repeated follow-ups, the accused avoided communication. When pressed, they allegedly issued threats and used abusive language.
Police Action
Based on Singh’s complaint, SHO Brajveer Singh registered a case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for:
- Cheating and dishonesty (318(4))
- Criminal breach of trust (316(2))
- Criminal intimidation (351(3))
An investigation is underway to trace the accused and recover the defrauded money.
Rising Trend of Visa Frauds
The case highlights a growing trend of frauds in smaller towns, where families are lured by promises of overseas opportunities. Authorities have urged the public to deal only with licensed immigration consultants and verify claims before making large payments.