Pilibhit: A suspected case of identity fraud has surfaced in Uttar Pradesh’s Pilibhit district, where police have registered an FIR against Simar Preet for allegedly obtaining three passports by using different dates of birth and personal details. The matter came to light during the verification process for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), when authorities reportedly detected serious discrepancies in the applicant’s passport records.
According to the investigation, Simar Preet, a resident of Jamunia Jagat village in Pilibhit district, had applied for a Police Clearance Certificate. During the routine verification process, officials reportedly found inconsistencies in the passport-related records and identity details, prompting the Regional Passport Office to flag the matter for further examination.
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Following a preliminary inquiry by passport authorities, the findings were forwarded to the local police. Based on the communication received from senior passport officials, an FIR was registered at Ghunghchai Police Station on Saturday, and a detailed investigation has been initiated into the alleged irregularities.
According to the complaint, Simar Preet’s first passport was issued by the Bareilly Passport Office in 2016, with his date of birth recorded as March 10, 1999. During subsequent verification, investigators allegedly discovered that additional passport applications contained different dates of birth and other variations in personal information. Authorities are now examining whether multiple passports were obtained by using different identity documents.
Investigators are scrutinising all passport records, application forms, identity proofs and supporting documents submitted with each application. They are also verifying whether forged or manipulated documents were used or whether material facts were concealed during the passport application process.
The investigation is focused on establishing how the different passports were issued, what documents were submitted with each application and how the verification process was completed. Authorities are also examining whether any intermediary, agent or other individual may have assisted in the alleged fraud.
Officials are collecting records from the Regional Passport Office and other concerned departments. If required, digital records, government databases and official documents will also be examined to verify the authenticity of the applicant’s identity and the documents used to obtain the passports.
Authorities have not disclosed whether any of the allegedly issued passports were used for international travel. Investigators are also examining whether the case is limited to a single individual or whether it may be connected to a larger identity fraud network.
The investigation remains at a preliminary stage, and further legal action will be taken based on documentary evidence, technical examination and other material collected during the probe. The allegations against the accused remain subject to investigation and judicial proceedings, and any determination of guilt will depend on the outcome of the legal process.
