The Kolkata Police’s detective department has initiated an in-depth investigation into a massive fake passport racket, implicating several officers and home guards who have been stationed at various police stations in the city over the past three years.
Authorities believe that a network of criminals has been orchestrating the issuance of fraudulent passports using counterfeit Indian identity documents, including fake Aadhaar cards and voter IDs. Investigations suggest that around 150 passports were issued under this scheme, leading to serious concerns over the integrity of the police force involved in the fraud.
Several police personnel are suspected of being complicit in the racket, and their roles are currently under scrutiny. The investigation is still ongoing, with authorities focusing on the involvement of police officers who may have been bribed or coerced to sign off on fraudulent applications.
This scandal has put a spotlight on the vulnerability of the passport issuance system and calls for stricter measures to prevent such crimes. If proven guilty, those involved will face severe disciplinary actions and legal consequences, which could have long-lasting effects on the credibility of law enforcement agencies in the region.