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Crime
Jodhpur Astrologer Scam: BSTC Student Loses ₹11 Lakh in Fake Job Promise
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 03:31 PM
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A woman studying at BSTC in Jodhpur was duped by a self‑styled astrologer who claimed influence over the education department and collected ₹11 million with a promise of a government job.
A student of the B.S.T.C. college in Jodhpur fell victim to a fraudster who presented himself as an astrologer. The man asserted that he had high‑level contacts within the state education department and could secure a government posting for the applicant.
The alleged con artist approached the young woman, offering to arrange a civil service job in exchange for a substantial advance payment. He demanded a total of ₹11 lakh, which the student transferred after being convinced by the promise of a stable, well‑paid position.
Local police in Jodhpur have opened an investigation into the case, classifying it as a cheating and fraud offense. Authorities are tracing the suspect’s identity and financial trail, and have appealed to other potential victims to come forward.
The incident highlights the growing menace of job‑related scams that exploit aspirants seeking secure employment in the public sector. Officials have warned the public to verify the credentials of anyone claiming to facilitate government appointments and to report suspicious approaches immediately.
The alleged con artist approached the young woman, offering to arrange a civil service job in exchange for a substantial advance payment. He demanded a total of ₹11 lakh, which the student transferred after being convinced by the promise of a stable, well‑paid position.
Local police in Jodhpur have opened an investigation into the case, classifying it as a cheating and fraud offense. Authorities are tracing the suspect’s identity and financial trail, and have appealed to other potential victims to come forward.
The incident highlights the growing menace of job‑related scams that exploit aspirants seeking secure employment in the public sector. Officials have warned the public to verify the credentials of anyone claiming to facilitate government appointments and to report suspicious approaches immediately.