Punjab Police have registered a fraud case after a woman from Phillaur alleged that she was cheated of ₹37.60 lakh on the promise that her son and daughter-in-law would be sent to England.
The complainant, identified as Manju of Raipur Araian village, alleged that the accused took the money after assuring her in 2024 that they would arrange the couple’s travel and immigration process.
She claimed that the promised move to England never materialised and that the money was not returned.
Police registered the case following an inquiry into her complaint.
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Four People Named in Reported FIR
The people named in the case are Amandeep Sabharwal, his wife Reena, Ruby and Mani Gill.
Amandeep, Reena and Ruby are reported to be residents of Chuhki village near Noormahal, while Mani Gill is from Nakodar.
The available report contains an inconsistency: its headline and opening line refer to three accused, while the body names four people.
Until the FIR itself is publicly available, the safest formulation is to say that four people are named in the reported case details.
₹37.60 Lakh Allegedly Paid for England Travel
According to the complaint, Manju was approached with assurances that her son and daughter-in-law could be sent to England.
She allegedly paid a total of ₹37.60 lakh after trusting those representations.
Police are now examining how the money was transferred, who received it and whether any genuine visa or immigration process was ever initiated.
Investigators are also expected to examine communications between the complainant and the accused, along with any receipts, agreements or documents produced during the alleged transaction.
Visa and Immigration Papers Could Become Key Evidence
One important part of the investigation will be whether documents were prepared in the names of the couple.
If visa forms, appointment letters, sponsorship documents or other immigration papers were supplied, police will need to determine whether they were genuine.
The available report does not yet establish that forged documents were used.
It only states that the woman allegedly paid the money on the assurance that her family members would be sent abroad.
That distinction is important because investigators still need to establish the precise method of the alleged deception.
Police Probe Whether Any Overseas Process Actually Began
The case is currently at the FIR and investigation stage.
Police will likely examine whether any application was filed with UK immigration authorities, whether an authorised agent was involved and whether any money was genuinely spent on visa processing.
They will also trace the bank trail to determine whether the ₹37.60 lakh remained with the named accused or moved through other accounts.
If payments were made partly in cash, reconstructing the complete transaction trail may require witness statements and documentary records.
Overseas Migration Fraud Remains a Recurring Risk in Punjab
Punjab frequently sees fraud complaints linked to promises of overseas employment, study visas or permanent settlement.
Victims may be asked to pay large amounts upfront for purported visas, sponsorships or job arrangements.
In some cases, the promised travel never happens.
In others, applicants are given false or incomplete documentation or are asked to make repeated additional payments.
The Phillaur case is still under investigation, so it should not yet be assumed that the same pattern applies in full here.
What this means for you
Before paying an agent for overseas employment or immigration, independently verify their credentials and insist on written agreements, receipts and copies of every document submitted in your name. Large cash payments or vague promises of guaranteed visas should be treated as major warning signs.
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