Nashik: Fake ₹591-Crore Kumbh Work Orders Used In ₹3-Crore Fraud; Two Arrested
Nashik: A major fraud racket involving the upcoming Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 has come to light, with fraudsters allegedly creating fake work orders worth nearly ₹591 crore by falsely claiming that they could secure government contracts for Kumbh-related works. Two accused have been arrested from Jalgaon in connection with the case after allegedly cheating victims of around…
Nashik police have uncovered a major fraud involving the upcoming Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. Fraudsters allegedly created fake work orders worth nearly ₹591 crore by falsely claiming they could secure government contracts for Kumbh-related projects. Two accused individuals were arrested from Jalgaon after allegedly cheating victims out of around ₹3 crore.
The investigation revealed that the accused prepared forged work commencement orders, convincing people they held contracts for various Kumbh works. The racket allegedly promised lucrative Kumbh-related projects and produced fake official documents to gain credibility before demanding money from victims. Nashik's district collector emphasized the need to verify work orders directly with the government before making any payments.
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