Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | Police have launched an extensive search operation for a Guntur-based NRI couple accused of running a large-scale overseas job and visa fraud network that allegedly cheated multiple aspirants by promising employment opportunities in the United Kingdom using fake documents and forged sponsorship certificates.
The accused, identified as Jagarlamudi Madhukar and his wife Anne Rama Nandana, are said to have been operating from abroad while maintaining a strong online presence through a self-managed YouTube channel titled ‘Nandu’s World’. Investigators allege that the couple used social media influence to attract job seekers and promote their consultancy services.
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According to police officials, the case came to light after a complaint was filed by a victim, M. Siva Kranthi Kumar, who alleged that he was cheated under the pretext of receiving a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS), visa processing assistance, and job placement in the United Kingdom. Based on the complaint, Ibrahimpatnam police registered a case in November last year and initiated an investigation.
The complainant stated that he was introduced to the accused through a consultancy firm named ‘Destiny Consultancy’, operated by Madhukar. He was later asked to meet Madhukar’s father, Mohan Rao, in Guntur, where he was allegedly assured of a guaranteed job abroad. Trusting these assurances, the victim reportedly transferred around ₹15 lakh in multiple instalments into different bank accounts.
However, after the payment was made, the victim discovered that the Certificate of Sponsorship provided to him was fake and not issued by any authorised UK employer. Subsequently, the accused allegedly stopped responding to calls and messages, raising suspicion of fraud.
Police sources revealed that preliminary investigation indicates the possibility of multiple victims being cheated in a similar manner, not only in Andhra Pradesh but also in Telangana. A separate case has reportedly been registered in Hyderabad, suggesting that the alleged fraud network may have operated across state boundaries.
Officials stated that the accused couple has been absconding for the past several months, and their current whereabouts are unknown. Considering the international aspect of the case, police have sought assistance from Interpol and are coordinating with agencies in neighbouring states and foreign jurisdictions to trace the suspects.
West Zone Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) N.V.S.K. Durga Rao confirmed that only one formal complaint has been officially registered so far, but further victims may come forward as the investigation progresses. He added that the accused are believed to have used structured consultancy operations and digital platforms to project legitimacy and attract aspirants.
Investigators also found that the accused allegedly used multiple bank accounts to route funds collected from victims, making it difficult to trace the money trail. Technical teams are now analyzing transaction records, communication data, and digital footprints linked to the consultancy network.
Police officials said that the modus operandi involved offering high-demand overseas job packages, issuing fake sponsorship letters, and charging large upfront fees under the guise of visa processing, documentation, and placement services. Once payments were received, communication with victims was reportedly cut off.
Authorities have also indicated that more individuals connected to the consultancy structure, including family members and associates, are under scrutiny. The role of Mohan Rao, mentioned in the complaint, is also being examined as part of the broader investigation.
The case has highlighted growing concerns over overseas job scams targeting unemployed youth and professionals seeking migration opportunities. Officials have urged the public to verify recruitment agencies and avoid making payments without official documentation from authorised foreign employers.
Police have reiterated that strict action will be taken against those involved in organised fraud networks operating under the guise of overseas employment consultancies. Further developments in the case are expected as efforts to locate the absconding couple intensify in the coming days.
