Gujarat man obtains fake passport after surrendering original in ED case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had earlier taken custody of a Gujarat man's passport as part of an ongoing financial investigation. After complying with the directive, the individual is reported to have applied for a fresh passport using falsified supporting papers. Authorities say the new passport was issued despite the earlier surrender, raising concerns about verification lapses. The ED has opened a separate case to probe the alleged passport fraud and potential misuse of the document. If convicted, the man could face charges under the Passport Act and related penal provisions.