ED Raids 6 States in Massive Job Scam: Gang Used 'Fake Salaries' to Trap Youth
The search operations covered several regions, including Bihar, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat.
ED Raids 6 States in Massive Job Scam: Gang Used 'Fake Salaries' to Trap Youth
On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate conducted synchronised raids across six states in connection with a major government jobs scam. The central agency targeted 15 locations as part of its intensifying investigation into recruitment irregularities involving an organised gang.
The search operations covered several regions, including Bihar, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat. Officials cited in the report stated that the raids were directed at individuals suspected of running a fake job racket that duped aspirants by offering fraudulent appointments across multiple government departments.
The case initially centred on Indian Railways but revealed a wider network covering over 40 organisations. The gang allegedly used fake email accounts impersonating official domains to issue forged joining letters. To build credibility, they reportedly paid initial salaries for two to three months to victims placed in roles like technicians and railway personnel.
Reports indicate that the agency is focusing on tracing the money trail behind these illicit transactions. The investigation aims to uncover how funds were laundered through this nationwide syndicate.
The ED is currently scrutinising digital records and physical documents seized during the operation. This crackdown is part of a broader effort to ensure transparency in public recruitment. According to the Hindustan Times, the agency continues to evaluate evidence as it prepares to issue further summons to those linked to the financial misconduct.
Source: Hindustan Times