Anand: The number of people allegedly cheated in a visa fraud case in Gujarat’s Anand district has risen to 29 following the arrest of a couple accused of running a consultancy that promised overseas employment.
Anand police arrested Hardik Shah and his wife Ankita Shah in connection with the alleged racket. The consultancy is accused of collecting money from people after promising jobs in European countries and Dubai.
Couple arrested after complaints emerge
According to the supplied Times of India report, the latest arrests have taken the number of alleged victims in the case to 29.
Police are investigating the consultancy’s activities and the manner in which money was allegedly collected from job seekers seeking employment opportunities abroad.
Europe and Dubai jobs allegedly promised
The consultancy allegedly attracted people by offering overseas employment, including opportunities in Europe and Dubai.
Those seeking jobs abroad reportedly paid money in the hope of securing employment and completing the required visa process. The latest developments have brought more alleged victims into the investigation.
Police probe continues
The arrest of the couple is expected to help investigators establish the scale and functioning of the alleged visa racket.
Police are examining complaints and other details connected with the consultancy as part of the investigation. The supplied report does not provide further information on the total amount allegedly collected or the exact number of cases registered.
The rise in the reported victim count to 29 has highlighted the risks faced by job seekers who pay large sums to private consultancies promising overseas employment.
Authorities generally advise applicants to verify the credentials of overseas recruitment agencies and carefully check employment and visa documentation before making payments.