Aligarh: The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad’s Lucknow wing has arrested a Myanmar national in Aligarh for allegedly concealing his identity and obtaining Indian identity documents and a passport using forged papers. The accused has been identified as Rizwan alias Rafiq. According to police, he allegedly created a false identity using an Aligarh address, obtained Aadhaar and PAN cards in that name and later used the documents to secure an Indian passport and travel abroad.
The arrest was made near Nada Chauraha on Mathura Road following a tip-off, officials said. A case has been registered at Rorawar police station under relevant sections. Investigators are now examining how the alleged fake documents were created, how the bank account was opened and how the passport was issued, including whether anyone assisted the accused in the process.
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Allegedly Created a Second Identity While Concealing Myanmar Citizenship
According to the investigation, the accused’s actual identity is Rizwan, son of Jafar Alam, a resident of Raymebil area in Mongdaw district of Myanmar’s Rakhine State. Police allege that while staying in India, he adopted the identity of Rafiq, son of Javed Khan, and presented himself as a resident of Aligarh.
The ATS is examining the documents recovered from him and information obtained during questioning to establish the link between the two identities. Investigators are also trying to determine who allegedly helped him prepare the fake identity documents and how the documents passed through the verification process.
Allegedly Entered India Through Bangladesh in 2013
During questioning, the accused allegedly told investigators that he entered India in 2013 from Myanmar through Bangladesh with the assistance of a middleman. After reaching India, he settled in Aligarh and worked at a meat-processing factory.
According to the agency, he came into contact with another Rohingya national during this period. Police allege that the person helped him obtain Aadhaar and PAN cards in the name of Rafiq using an Aligarh address. These documents were subsequently allegedly used to obtain other Indian identity and financial documents.
Fake Documents Allegedly Used to Obtain Passport
The ATS said the accused allegedly obtained an Indian passport using the identity documents. Investigators have also found that he travelled to Dubai and Saudi Arabia using the passport and worked there for some time.
Police said the accused later allegedly destroyed the passport out of fear and travelled back to Bangladesh. Around a month ago, he reportedly returned to India and came to Aligarh in connection with matters related to his bank account. He was arrested by the ATS during this visit.
The circumstances surrounding the destruction of the passport and his subsequent movements are also being examined as part of the investigation.
Mobile Phones, Bank Passbook and UNHCR Card Copy Recovered
Two mobile phones were recovered from the accused at the time of his arrest. One of the phones reportedly contained a Bangladesh SIM card. Police also recovered a fake Aadhaar card, PAN card, ₹500 in cash and a Bank of Baroda passbook.
A photocopy of a United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) card was also recovered. According to investigators, the card records the accused’s Myanmar nationality. The document is being examined alongside the identity papers allegedly obtained in India.
Investigators are analysing the mobile phones, financial records and documents to establish the accused’s movements and contacts and determine whether other individuals were involved.
Probe Into Document Network and Passport Verification
The investigation is now focused on identifying the alleged network that helped create the false identity. Investigators are expected to examine who arranged the Aadhaar and PAN cards, what documents were submitted for the passport application and whether any irregularities occurred during the verification process.
The accused’s bank account, financial transactions and records relating to his foreign travel are also likely to be scrutinised. Investigators are examining whether the same identity was used for other official or financial purposes.
Police said information about the arrest has been conveyed to the accused’s sister, who is currently in Bangladesh. The matter has also been communicated to the concerned authorities through the prescribed channels.
The ATS and local police are continuing to investigate the alleged use of forged documents, the source of the false identity, the passport application process and the accused’s contacts in India. Any further action will depend on the findings of the investigation.
About the author — Suvedita Nath is a science student with a growing interest in cybercrime and digital safety. She writes on online activity, cyber threats, and technology-driven risks. Her work focuses on clarity, accuracy, and public awareness.
