A massive fraud case has come to light in Assam, involving a government employee, Lohit Das, who has been accused of orchestrating a multi-crore scam. Das, who worked in the health department, allegedly deceived numerous people by promising them government jobs in exchange for large sums of money. According to initial reports, the total amount he swindled is estimated to be around Rs 7 crore. His arrest has sent shockwaves through the state, especially among those who had trusted him with their life savings, hoping for employment.
Das’s arrest came after an extensive investigation into the scam. Authorities received multiple complaints from victims who claimed that they had paid substantial amounts to him in the hope of securing jobs in various government departments. Das had reportedly gained the trust of his victims by showing fake appointment letters and forging documents that appeared to be legitimate. His deep-rooted connections within the bureaucracy helped him carry out the scam for years, deceiving unsuspecting individuals. However, the sheer scale of his deceit eventually led to his downfall.
The Assam police, after receiving the complaints, launched a formal investigation. A special team was formed to track down Das and unravel the web of lies he had spun. Over the course of the investigation, it was discovered that Das had employed a well-organized network of middlemen who helped him identify potential targets. These middlemen, in exchange for a cut of the proceeds, would convince job seekers that Das had the power to secure them a position in the government. The victims, desperate for jobs in a highly competitive market, fell for the trap.
As the investigation progressed, it became clear that Das had been running this operation for several years. The job market in Assam is known to be difficult, with many young people struggling to find stable employment. Das preyed on this desperation, knowing that many would be willing to pay significant sums in exchange for a coveted government job. Most of his victims were from rural areas, where job opportunities are even more scarce, making them easy targets for his fraudulent scheme.
In some cases, victims sold property or took out loans to raise the money demanded by Das. Some paid as much as Rs 10 lakh, believing it to be a worthwhile investment in their future. Das, in turn, promised them positions in the education, health, and public works departments. He even provided them with fake offer letters, complete with the official seals and signatures of senior government officials. The victims, many of whom were unaware of how the recruitment process works, believed these documents to be genuine.
The scam began to unravel when some of the victims realized they had been duped after waiting months, and in some cases years, without receiving their promised jobs. They approached the authorities, leading to a full-blown investigation. Das was eventually apprehended, and during questioning, he admitted to having defrauded numerous individuals. His arrest has opened a Pandora’s box, with more victims coming forward and filing complaints.
The Assam government has reacted strongly to the scam, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assuring the public that those involved in the fraud will face strict legal action. He stated that the government is committed to rooting out corruption and will not tolerate such fraudulent activities within its ranks. The health department, where Das worked, has launched an internal inquiry to determine how he was able to carry out the scam for so long without detection.
Meanwhile, the victims are now left in a dire financial situation. Many of them had placed all their hopes in securing the government jobs they were promised. With their money gone and no jobs to show for it, they are now seeking justice. Some have called for compensation from the government, arguing that Das was a government employee and his actions have directly affected their lives.
As the case unfolds, the scale of the scam is expected to grow, with more victims likely to come forward. The Assam police have assured the public that they will leave no stone unturned in bringing justice to those affected by Das’s fraudulent actions. For now, Lohit Das remains in custody, and the legal proceedings against him are expected to begin soon.
