Gopalganj Police scored a significant victory against immigration fraud with the capture of a serial swindler promising foreign jobs. The raid yielded 349 passports, exposing a web of deception that ensnared hundreds of hopeful workers.
The fraudster’s modus operandi was ruthlessly efficient— flashy ads on social media and pamphlets, hefty upfront payments, and passport collections under pretext of ‘processing.’ Once in possession, he neither delivered jobs nor returned documents, leaving families in distress.
The arrest followed a whistleblower tip and meticulous evidence gathering. ‘We’ve traced payments to multiple bank accounts; more arrests imminent,’ confirmed district authorities. The passports’ owners hail from Bihar’s underprivileged pockets, amplifying the scam’s impact.
Amid Bihar’s migration surge, this case serves as a stark reminder. Government data shows over 10 lakh emigrants from the state yearly, many via dubious routes. Initiatives like skill certification and awareness drives are ramping up, but enforcement lags.
Interrogation has revealed supplier networks and disposal methods for misused passports. Police are collaborating with central agencies for a pan-India sweep. Citizens are advised to report suspicious agents via helplines. This operation not only recovers stolen futures but deters future frauds, restoring faith in legitimate pathways abroad.