Two people have been arrested from Gujarat’s Surendranagar district for their alleged involvement in a cyber fraud case where a woman in Delhi was cheated out of seven lakh rupees.
The accused have been identified as Shoebbhai Multani (24) and Aslambhai Multani (37). Both were reportedly part of a network that arranged bank accounts for fraud and withdrew the cheated money on commission.
Shoebbhai works as a salesman at a tractor company, while Aslambhai Multani (37) runs a dairy farm.
The case came to light when a nursing officer at a government hospital complained that she received a call on July 19 claiming her name had appeared in a money laundering case. The caller, posing as an official, kept her under video surveillance and tricked her into transferring seven lakh rupees to a bank account.
Following her complaint, a First Information Report was filed. During the investigation, authorities discovered that 30 percent of the defrauded amount was sent to an account in Jharkhand, while the remaining 70 percent was sent to an account in Gujarat.
CCTV footage from a bank in Surendranagar showed one of the accused withdrawing money via a check. The arrests were made during raids in Jharkhand and Gujarat. Another accused, Jitendra Kumar from Jharkhand, had already been arrested in this case.
The investigation into the case is ongoing.
Gujarat
Gujarat is a state in western India with a rich history dating back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, home to one of the world’s first ports at Lothal. It is renowned for its vibrant culture, including the traditional Garba dance, and as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. The state is also famous for its diverse attractions, such as the Asiatic lion sanctuary in Gir and the remarkable white salt desert known as the Rann of Kutch.
Surendranagar district
Surendranagar district is a region located in the western Indian state of Gujarat. Historically, it was part of the princely state of Wadhwan and was later named after its former ruler, Maharaja Surendra Singhji. The district is known for its semi-arid landscape, salt production, and significant industrial and agricultural activities.
Delhi
Delhi is India’s capital territory and a historic city that has served as the capital for several empires, including the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughals. It is home to numerous historic landmarks, such as the Red Fort and Qutub Minar, which reflect its long and layered history. Today, it is a bustling modern metropolis that remains the political center of India.
Jharkhand
Jharkhand is a state in eastern India that was carved out of the southern part of Bihar in the year 2000, following a long-standing tribal movement for autonomy. The region is known for its rich mineral resources and vast forests, and it is home to a significant population of indigenous tribal communities, such as the Santhal, Munda, and Oraon. Its cultural heritage is deeply rooted in ancient traditions, with vibrant folk art, music, and festivals that reflect the close connection of its people to nature.
government hospital
A government hospital is a public medical institution funded and administered by the state to provide healthcare services to the general population. The concept has its roots in the 19th and 20th centuries, when many governments began establishing public health systems to improve sanitation, control epidemics, and offer care to the urban poor and working classes. Today, these hospitals are a cornerstone of public health infrastructure, aiming to deliver accessible and often subsidized or free medical treatment.
