Gujarat Police Arrest Two In RE-NEET Scam For Duping Students Through Telegram Channels
Gujarat Police arrest two men in RE-NEET Telegram scam that duped over 1,000 students.
The Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has arrested two men from Rajasthan for allegedly operating an interstate cyber fraud network that duped more than 1,000 students and parents by falsely promising access to RE-NEET examination question papers through Telegram and other social media platforms.
According to officials, the case was registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act after investigators detected multiple Telegram channels and online groups claiming to possess confidential RE-NEET exam papers. Authorities said the accused used these platforms to circulate misleading advertisements and lure students preparing for competitive examinations into paying money for leaked materials that did not exist.
Police identified the arrested individuals as Sumer Singh Meena and Akash Meena, both residents of Rajasthan. Officials said technical surveillance, including analysis of Telegram IDs, IP addresses, mobile numbers, and digital transaction trails, helped trace their involvement. Investigators alleged that the duo created several Telegram channels with names designed to appear credible and educational, and used them to attract large numbers of students and parents seeking exam-related shortcuts.
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During a press briefing, Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime) Sharad Singhal clarified that there was no actual leakage of any RE-NEET examination paper. He stated that the accused merely fabricated claims of possessing exam papers scheduled for June 21 and collected advance payments from victims before disappearing or continuing the fraud under new identities.
Officials further revealed that the accused allegedly manipulated Telegram group membership figures using third-party tools to create an impression of authenticity. Once large numbers were shown, they reportedly promoted false claims of high success rates in previous examinations to build trust. Investigators also said that the fraud extended beyond exam scams, with some groups allegedly involved in investment-related cheating schemes promising high returns.
The Cyber Crime Branch said financial investigations have uncovered transactions worth over ₹1.5 crore across multiple bank accounts linked to the accused. Officials added that funds were routed through gaming platforms and multiple accounts to conceal their origin. Police are continuing investigations across several states, including Rajasthan, Bihar, and West Bengal, to identify additional collaborators and warn the public against falling for online scams involving leaked exam papers or guaranteed admissions.
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