Chandigarh Police Book Shree Ram Overseas for Alleged Visa Fraud, 10 Victims For Around Rs 63.40 Lakh

Chandigarh: The Sector 17 Police have registered a case against Deepak Sharma, owner of Shree Ram Overseas, for allegedly cheating at least ten people under the pretext of securing overseas visas.

The accused, who operates an immigration consultancy firm in the bustling commercial hub of Sector 17, reportedly collected large sums of money from his victims, promising them work and study visas to countries including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. However, according to police sources, no visas were ever issued, and the promised placements failed to materialize.

Victims allege that Sharma collected between ₹5 lakh and ₹12 lakh from each person, assuring them of guaranteed visa approvals and quick processing. After repeated delays and evasive responses, the victims lodged a complaint with the police, leading to the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against the consultant.

“Preliminary investigations indicate a clear pattern of fraudulent activity. The accused has been charged under Sections 420 (cheating) and 406 (criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code,” said a senior police official.

Police also suspect that more victims may surface as the investigation progresses. Authorities have urged anyone who has been duped by Shree Ram Overseas to come forward and file a complaint.

Deepak Sharma is currently untraceable, and police have initiated efforts to locate and apprehend him. The case has raised concerns once again about the rising number of visa frauds in the region and the need for stricter enforcement and public awareness.

This incident serves as a reminder for aspiring migrants to verify the authenticity of immigration consultants and avoid falling prey to fraudulent schemes.