The Crime Branch has charged ten individuals in Jammu for their involvement in two separate cases, one of which pertains to a reported investment fraud amounting to Rs 30.29 lakh. This case is linked to a company based in Rajasthan and was initiated following a complaint made by Ashish Sharma in 2011 at the Gandhi Nagar police station. According to Sharma, he was convinced to invest Rs 1,20,480 into the schemes of Messrs Gold Sukh Trade India Ltd by local representatives, who allegedly promised substantial returns that never materialised.

As the investigation progressed, it was discovered that numerous investors were misled into contributing a total of Rs 30.29 lakh under similar false pretences of high returns. The officials further revealed that despite being incorporated in Rajasthan, the company was not registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), or the Registrar of Companies for Jammu and Kashmir.

The chargesheet was submitted on July 26, 2026, to the court of the 13th Additional Special Mobile Magistrate in Jammu. Among those named were company officials Manvendra Partap Singh Chouhan, Bablu Sharma, Mahendra Kumar Nirwan, Neeraj Kant Sharma, and Vinod Kundal, accused of orchestrating this fraudulent scheme.

Forgery of Permanent Resident Certificates

In addition to the investment fraud case, the Economic Offences Wing has also filed charges related to the alleged forgery of permanent resident certificates. This case emerged in response to a complaint lodged by Surat Singh in 2016. Singh alleged that several individuals, acting in conspiracy with revenue officials, managed to procure fake permanent resident certificates, facilitating land purchases and access to government employment in Jammu and Kashmir.

The investigation disclosed that Sarup Singh, Bishamber Singh, Purab Singh, and Suraj Singh collaborated with then patwari Rashpal Singh to obtain the certificates by submitting forged revenue documents. A subsequent forensic evaluation verified that the revenue papers in question were indeed fabricated, contradicting official records.

This chargesheet was also submitted on July 26, 2026, to the court of the Additional Sessions Judge in Jammu for further legal proceedings. The case is significant as it highlights ongoing issues of corruption and forgery that undermine governmental processes and the integrity of official documents.

Legal Proceedings and Future Implications

The filing of chargesheets in both cases marks a substantial step in addressing fraudulent activities in Jammu. The charges against the accused individuals are based on comprehensive investigations that involved collecting substantial evidence, including testimonies and forensic analyses. The authorities aim to ensure accountability for the alleged misconduct and restore public trust in financial and governmental institutions.

As these cases progress through the judicial system, they underline the necessity of stringent measures to tackle investment fraud and corrupt practices associated with citizen documentation. The implications of these findings extend beyond individual culpability, as they point to broader systemic vulnerabilities that can be exploited for illicit gain.

The ongoing legal processes will serve to determine the guilt or innocence of those charged, but they also act as a warning to potential offenders regarding the serious consequences of fraudulent investment schemes and certificate forgery. The Crime Branch’s efforts to investigate and bring charges against the involved parties are indicative of a commitment to combating corruption in the region.

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