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Crime
Madhya Pradesh Police Crack Down on Rs 11-Crore Matrimonial Scam, Six Arrested
✍️ ndtv.com
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 10:32 AM
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Madhya Pradesh authorities have dismantled a matrimonial fraud network that defrauded victims of about ₹11 crore, arresting six individuals involved in the scheme.
Police in Madhya Pradesh announced the successful dismantling of a matrimonial fraud racket that had swindled victims of approximately ₹11 crore. Six suspects were taken into custody following a coordinated operation across the state.
The scam operated by posing as legitimate marriage agencies, soliciting deposits from prospective brides and grooms. Investigators traced the money trail to multiple bank accounts, revealing a sophisticated network that had been active for over a year.
A spokesperson for the state police said the arrests were part of a broader crackdown on matrimonial frauds that have been on the rise. "We are committed to protecting citizens from such deceptive practices," the officer added.
The arrested individuals are now under investigation, and the police have urged anyone who may have been approached by similar agencies to report the incident immediately.
The scam operated by posing as legitimate marriage agencies, soliciting deposits from prospective brides and grooms. Investigators traced the money trail to multiple bank accounts, revealing a sophisticated network that had been active for over a year.
A spokesperson for the state police said the arrests were part of a broader crackdown on matrimonial frauds that have been on the rise. "We are committed to protecting citizens from such deceptive practices," the officer added.
The arrested individuals are now under investigation, and the police have urged anyone who may have been approached by similar agencies to report the incident immediately.