A serious case of alleged immigration fraud has come to light in Mulana, where a man was reportedly cheated of ₹60 lakh on the false promise of being sent abroad and obtaining permanent residency (PR) in Canada.
The victim, Dharamveer Singh, a resident of Salehpur village, has submitted a detailed complaint to the Superintendent of Police, Ambala, accusing multiple individuals of criminal conspiracy and cheating. According to the complaint, the accused took large sums of money from him under the pretext of arranging a couple visa and Canadian PR for him and his wife.
Dharamveer Singh stated that he earns his livelihood through farming and also runs a small tile-manufacturing unit along with his brothers. Due to recent losses in agriculture and business, he was under severe financial stress. During this period, a villager, Baljinder Singh, introduced him to certain agents operating in the Dera Bassi area, who claimed they could facilitate immigration to Canada.
The accused have been identified as Gurmel Singh, Prince alias Devinder Singh, Sandeep, Gagandeep, and one other person. Dharamveer alleged that, acting together, they collected ₹60 lakh from him on different dates through RTGS transfers, cash payments, and cheques. He was initially assured that he would be sent abroad within 15 days, and later within a month.
However, despite repeated assurances, neither the visa nor any travel arrangements materialised within the promised timeframe. After September 30, 2025, the accused allegedly began avoiding him, offering excuses and eventually stopped responding to his calls. When contact was finally re-established after persistent efforts, the accused returned only ₹1 lakh and assured him that the remaining amount would be refunded.
The victim further alleged that when he insisted on getting his money back and threatened to approach the authorities, he was intimidated and given death threats. Dharamveer Singh said the incident has left him financially devastated and mentally distressed, and he fears for the safety of his family.
Based on the complaint, the police have registered an FIR against the accused and initiated an investigation. Officials stated that financial transactions and the role of each accused are being examined, and appropriate legal action will be taken as the probe progresses.
