Ahmedabad Social Worker Files Police Complaint Over Rs 1.94 Lakh Fraud
A 59-year-old woman social worker from Behrampura, Ahmedabad, has lodged a formal complaint with the Danilimda police station, alleging that she and several other women from her locality were systematically cheated out of nearly Rs 1.94 lakh. The accused, a man from Behrampura, is said to have posed as a representative of a self-help group offering government-linked financial benefits and household items.
Details of the Alleged Fraud Scheme
According to the First Information Report (FIR) filed on Saturday, the complainant, who works as a domestic helper and has been a social worker for many years residing near the IP Mission graveyard in Danilimda, stated that the accused approached women in her neighborhood in July 2025. He allegedly claimed affiliation with a self-help group and made enticing promises including zero-balance Bank of Baroda accounts, household kits valued at Rs 1,000, and lifelong membership—all for a nominal fee.
The complainant further detailed to the police that the accused later convinced her to take on a leadership role within the group. He asked her to mobilize additional members from Danilimda and surrounding areas, offering her a commission in return for her efforts. Trusting his assurances, she proceeded to collect money from numerous women for various promised items such as sewing machines, kitchen kits, grocery kits, and official membership forms.
Financial Transactions and Broken Promises
The social worker reported that she handed over a total of Rs 1.94 lakh in cash to the accused at his office in Danilimda on multiple occasions. She also mentioned that the accused provided her with receipts for amounts of Rs 31,000 and Rs 23,000 in July 2025, seemingly to lend legitimacy to the transactions.
However, despite repeated follow-ups and inquiries, none of the promised kits were delivered, and no refunds were issued. "He kept giving evasive replies and stopped responding properly," the complainant stated in her official complaint, highlighting the frustration and betrayal felt by the victims. She has formally accused the individual of criminal breach of trust and cheating, citing a clear pattern of deception.
Police Action and Investigation Underway
In response to the complaint, the Danilimda police have registered a case under the relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita pertaining to cheating and breach of trust. Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation into the matter to uncover the full extent of the fraud and identify any other potential victims.
This incident underscores the vulnerabilities faced by community members, particularly women, who are often targeted by fraudulent schemes promising government benefits and financial assistance. It serves as a stark reminder for citizens to exercise caution and verify the credentials of individuals offering such services.
