An alleged overseas job and visa fraud case in Kerala has taken a fresh turn, with several complainants publicly questioning the pace of the police investigation and urging the Chief Minister and the Home Department to intervene. The victims have called for prompt and effective legal action, saying timely investigation is essential to ensure justice for all those affected.
According to the complainants, the accused, Anjana Panicker, allegedly collected large sums of money from multiple job aspirants after promising overseas employment opportunities and visa processing. The victims claim that despite accepting the payments, neither the promised jobs nor the visas were provided. They further allege that repeated requests for refunds yielded no results.
The complainants said they had invested their life savings in the hope of securing better employment opportunities abroad. However, even after a considerable period, they allegedly received neither appointment letters nor any progress in the visa process. They claim the incident has caused significant financial losses as well as emotional distress to several families.
The victims have also alleged that the money collected from them was used by the accused to expand her business and acquire properties. However, these allegations have not yet been independently verified by investigating authorities, and their accuracy will be determined only after the completion of the investigation and subsequent judicial proceedings.
According to the complainants, the matter had already been reported to the police. They further claimed that proceedings had also been initiated against the accused under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA). Despite this, they alleged that the charge sheet has not yet been filed before the court, expressing concern that the delay is affecting the progress of the case and postponing justice.
The victims also expressed apprehension that the accused was allegedly attempting to influence the investigation. They argued that unless timely legal action is taken, the fairness of the investigation and the preservation of evidence could be affected. Consequently, they have appealed to the Chief Minister and the Home Department to closely monitor the case and direct the investigating agencies to expedite the filing of the charge sheet and complete the investigation without unnecessary delay.
Those associated with the case said such alleged frauds involving promises of overseas employment have become a serious concern for unemployed youth and their families. Experts have consistently advised job seekers to pursue overseas employment only through government-authorised recruitment agencies and verified institutions. They also recommend thoroughly verifying licences, registrations, and other credentials before transferring substantial sums of money to any individual or organisation.
The investigation is currently ongoing. The complainants have demanded a fair and time-bound probe and strict legal action against anyone found responsible. Meanwhile, authorities have not yet issued a detailed public response regarding the allegations. Investigators are examining financial transactions, documents, and other available evidence. The final findings regarding the roles of those involved and any subsequent legal action will depend on the outcome of the investigation and judicial proceedings.
