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Crime
Bhopal Scam: Siblings Defraud Woman of ₹10 Crore Using Spiritual Ploy
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 11:36 PM
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In Bhopal, a pair of siblings deceived a woman by promising to return her son, siphoning off millions in cash and gold under the pretext of a home‑peace ritual. The scam was uncovered after a jeweller’s payment dispute, prompting the Crime Branch to file a case.
An alleged fraud unfolded in Bhopal when a pair of siblings posed as spiritual advisors, promising to return a woman’s son in exchange for money and jewellery. They claimed to conduct a home‑peace ritual, collecting cash and gold worth approximately ₹10 crore.
The deception was revealed after the victim’s jeweller called to settle an outstanding bill, prompting her to question the legitimacy of the transaction.
The Crime Branch has registered a case against the siblings and has begun an investigation into the alleged theft. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
The deception was revealed after the victim’s jeweller called to settle an outstanding bill, prompting her to question the legitimacy of the transaction.
The Crime Branch has registered a case against the siblings and has begun an investigation into the alleged theft. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.