GREATER NOIDA: A man accused of posing as a senior government official to lure women into relationships and allegedly extract crores of rupees from them has been arrested in Greater Noida, exposing a complex web of deception that investigators say spanned years, multiple identities and at least five victims, including a sitting woman judge from Bihar.
A Web of False Authority
Investigators with the Special Task Force (STF) say the accused carefully constructed an image of power and privilege, presenting himself alternately as an Income Tax officer, an Army official and, most persistently, a senior officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs. Using these assumed identities, he allegedly cultivated romantic relationships with women, convincing them of his influence within the state and central governments.
According to officials, the deception was not limited to casual misrepresentation. The accused reportedly shared fabricated credentials, invoked confidential assignments and claimed proximity to high-ranking officials, creating a sense of legitimacy that drew victims deeper into his orbit. In each case, investigators say, the projection of authority was central to gaining trust and ultimately, money.
Arrest in Greater Noida, Clues Emerge
The STF arrested the accused on November 19 from a residential society in Greater Noida, where he was allegedly living under the guise of a senior officer of the Indian Army. During questioning, officers say they uncovered evidence suggesting a pattern of financial exploitation tied directly to his assumed identities.
According to STF officials, the investigation revealed that the accused was in contact with at least five women simultaneously, all of whom he allegedly misled by presenting himself as an unmarried, high-ranking government officer. Financial records and preliminary statements suggest that the amounts involved run into several crores of rupees. One complainant has told investigators that she alone transferred more than ₹50 lakh to him over time.
Marriage, Secrecy and a Sitting Judge
One of the most serious revelations concerns a woman judge posted in Bihar, whom the accused allegedly married about a year ago. Investigators say he introduced himself to her as a Ministry of Home Affairs official. When STF officers later contacted the judge as part of the inquiry, she confirmed that her husband had claimed to be posted with the Home Ministry and had told her he was away on a “confidential mission.”
Officials said the judge appeared visibly shocked when presented with the findings of the investigation, which suggested that the accused had no such official position. The marriage, investigators believe, lent an additional layer of credibility to his fabricated persona, allowing him to continue approaching other women while maintaining an image of respectability and authority.
Other Victims, Lingering Silence
STF officers say they have received information from other women who allege financial losses but are reluctant to come forward publicly. Investigators attribute this hesitation to fears of social stigma and reputational harm, particularly given the intimate nature of the relationships involved.
According to officials, the accused portrayed himself to all the women as highly placed, influential and “unattached,” assuring them of security and commitment while allegedly extracting large sums of money. The STF is now working to document the full extent of the financial trail and identify any additional victims who may still be unwilling to speak.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities indicating that further disclosures are likely as evidence is gathered and statements are recorded.
