US Minor Study Visa Fraud in Haryana: FIR Against Chandigarh Immigration Consultant
US Minor Study Visa Fraud: In a fresh case of alleged immigration fraud, Jagadhri police in Yamunanagar have registered an FIR against the owner of a Chandigarh based immigration company for allegedly cheating a family of ₹4.5 lakh on the pretext of securing a US minor study visa for their child.
According to investigation officials, the complaint was lodged by Rekha Kumari, a resident of Model Town, Yamunanagar, Haryana. She stated that she had approached Lavish Mahajan, director of EIFS Private Limited, Chandigarh, for assistance in obtaining a minor study visa for her daughter to pursue schooling in the United States. Immigration Frauds
As per the complaint, the accused assured the family that he would arrange admission to a reputed school in the US and complete all visa formalities. He allegedly quoted a total cost of ₹15 lakh for the complete process, including admission, documentation, and visa processing etc.
Trustworthy assurances led the complainant to transfer the money in multiple installments. Police records indicate that approximately ₹5 lakh was collected by the accused under various heads such as registration fees, admission charges, school fees, and visa processing expenses.
However, despite repeated follow-ups and the passage of several months, neither was the US study visa granted, nor was any credible progress shown in the application process. The complainant alleged that the accused kept delaying the matter with false assurances and vague explanations.
The situation escalated when Rekha Kumari demanded a refund. She alleged that the accused first avoided returning the money and later began issuing threats. Following the police complaint, the accused returned only ₹50,000, while refusing to pay back the remaining amount.
Taking cognizance of the complaint, Jagadhri police registered an FIR against the accused under relevant sections related to cheating and criminal intimidation. Police officials confirmed that an investigation is underway and further legal action will follow based on evidence and financial records.
Senior police officials have once again warned the public to remain alert while dealing with immigration and overseas education consultants, stressing the need to verify company registrations, agreements, and payment receipts before making large financial transactions.
This breaking case adds to the growing number of US study visa and immigration fraud cases being reported from Haryana and neighboring regions, where families are increasingly falling prey to unverified agents promising quick foreign admissions and visas.
The police have urged other potential victims of similar frauds to come forward and report their cases.
More updates are awaited as the investigation continues.