Seven people defrauded of 23 lakh rupees in Uttar Pradesh under the guise of DL project job
In Lucknow's Wazirganj area, seven individuals were swindled out of 23 lakh rupees with promises of employment in the transport department's DL project. Victims reported that they were dismissed shortly after being hired. Following this, separate FIRs have been filed against ten suspects at the Wazirganj police station. Authorities are currently investigating the matter to ensure appropriate legal action is taken against those responsible for the fraud.
VIMARSHNAARAD TVA major case of recruitment fraud has surfaced in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. In the Wazirganj police station area, con artists targeted seven individuals by promising them employment under the transport department's DL project. The victims were collectively defrauded of 23 lakh rupees.
The victims stated that they were given firm assurances of permanent jobs, in exchange for which they paid significant sums of money. Although they were initially given work, they were dismissed without any valid reason within just two months of joining.
Following this incident, the victims decided to pursue legal action. On August 31, they filed complaints at the Wazirganj police station. The police have registered separate FIRs against a total of ten suspects involved in the scheme.
According to the police, an investigation has been initiated given the serious nature of the allegations. The perpetrators had used the name of the transport department to gain the trust of the job seekers. Officers are now actively searching for all individuals involved in this fraudulent operation.
The victims informed the police that they had no idea they were falling into a well-planned trap. In their search for employment, they were misled by the perpetrators and lost their hard-earned savings.
According to reports from the Amar Ujala network, this incident highlights the risks of fraud being committed in the name of government projects. The administration is also investigating whether these individuals are part of a larger criminal network.
Currently, the police have recorded the statements of all the victims and are proceeding based on the evidence gathered. There is significant public anger following the incident, with demands for strict legal action against the culprits.