Khagaria: Khagaria district Police in Bihar have arrested a man accused of impersonating an IAS officer and allegedly defrauding people for years by claiming to have links with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval.
The accused has been identified as Manish Kumar Gupta alias Chikku. According to police, Gupta had allegedly been posing as an IAS officer and claiming to be a covert agent of Ajit Doval to create an impression of influence and authority.
Police have also claimed that the accused has accumulated assets worth more than ₹100 crore, with properties and assets allegedly spread across Bihar, other states and possibly abroad. These claims are now part of the ongoing investigation.
A joint team of the District Crime Unit (DIU) and Gogri Police conducted a major raid at his premises in Jamalpur Bazaar under Gogri police station limits.
According to a report by Dainik Bhaskar, the operation reportedly continued for around seven-and-a-half hours, beginning at about 1 pm and continuing until around 8:30 pm on Saturday.
Luxury Cars Carrying ‘Government of India’ Markings Seized
During the raid, police recovered two expensive vehicles from the accused’s premises – a Tesla Model Y and a Tata Safari Dicor.
According to police, both vehicles carried markings suggesting government affiliation, including ‘Government of India’ inscriptions. Investigators are now verifying the ownership documents, registration details and the authenticity of the identification and other documents allegedly used by Gupta.
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The recovery of the Tesla has attracted particular attention because of the vehicle’s high value and the manner in which it was allegedly presented as a government-linked vehicle.
Police said the accused even drove the Tesla to the police station after being apprehended.
The investigation will establish whether the vehicles were legally acquired and whether any forged or misleading government documents were used in connection with them.
Allegedly Used ‘IAS’ and ‘Government of India’ Placards
According to Khagaria Superintendent of Police Bhanu Pratap Singh, Gupta allegedly used ‘IAS’ and ‘Government of India’ placards on his private vehicles.
The police suspect that the markings were used to convince people that he was a serving government officer and thereby establish authority over them.
Investigators are examining whether the accused used the alleged identity to obtain money, influence government-related matters or intimidate individuals.
The SP said the case goes beyond ordinary financial fraud, as the accused allegedly used the identity of an IAS officer to mislead people, create fear and exert illegal influence.
Claimed to Be Covert Agent of Ajit Doval
One of the most striking allegations against Gupta is that he allegedly told people that he worked as a covert agent for NSA Ajit Doval.
Police said this claim was allegedly part of the larger deception through which Gupta projected himself as a powerful and highly connected government functionary.
By invoking the name of a senior national security official and presenting himself as an IAS officer, he allegedly created an image of having access to influential government circles.
Police are investigating how extensively he used this identity, whom he allegedly approached and whether other individuals were involved in the network.
Foreign Liquor, Deer and Barasingha Antlers Recovered
The raid also resulted in the recovery of a significant quantity of foreign liquor.
According to the police, around 31 litres of foreign liquor of different brands were recovered from the premises. One of the bottles was reportedly valued at more than ₹1 lakh.
Police also recovered antlers belonging to deer and barasingha (swamp deer). The possession and source of these wildlife-related items are being examined as part of the investigation.
Other articles recovered during the operation included:
- Five Apple mobile phones
- 20 credit cards
- Eight debit cards
- Four chequebooks
- Various documents and other materials
The police are examining the financial documents and electronic devices to determine the extent of the alleged fraud and the accused’s financial dealings.
Police Suspect Fraud Spanning Nearly a Decade
According to the police, Gupta had allegedly been involved in fraudulent activities for around 10 years.
Investigators have received information suggesting that he may possess properties and other assets not only in Bihar but also in other states and possibly abroad.
The alleged ₹100-crore asset figure is therefore being examined as part of the financial investigation. Police are expected to verify property records, bank transactions, investments, vehicle ownership and other financial documents to establish the actual value and source of his assets.
The investigation could also reveal whether the accused operated independently or had associates who helped him maintain the alleged fake identity.
100 Cameras Installed Around His House
Another unusual aspect of the case is the extensive security arrangement allegedly installed around Gupta’s residence.
Police and local information suggest that he had installed around 100 cameras around his house to monitor people approaching or moving around the premises.
Gupta, who is unmarried and reportedly lived alone, allegedly kept a close watch on activity outside his residence. Locals told investigators that he rarely ventured outside the house.
The extensive surveillance setup is now also being examined by the police.
Arrived in Khagaria From Delhi a Month Ago
Police have also gathered information about Gupta’s family background and recent movements.
According to the available information, he had arrived in Khagaria from Delhi around a month before his arrest.
His late father, Parmeshwar Gupta, was a Hindi professor at KDS College in Khagaria. Gupta is the youngest among six brothers.
His elder brother Sanjay Kumar Gupta is a professor in Delhi, while another brother, Dumpy Kumar, is based in Canada. Police are collecting information about the remaining three brothers as part of the investigation.
At present, there is no indication that the family members are involved in the alleged offences, and their details are being gathered as part of the background inquiry.
What Police Are Investigating
The Khagaria Police investigation is now likely to focus on several aspects of the case, including the accused’s alleged impersonation of an IAS officer, his claims of being connected to Ajit Doval, the source of his wealth, the ownership of the luxury vehicles and the documents recovered from his residence.
The police are also examining whether the alleged fake identity was used only for financial fraud or whether Gupta attempted to influence officials, obtain favours or interfere in government-related matters.
The alleged possession of wildlife antlers and foreign liquor could also lead to separate legal scrutiny, depending on the findings of the investigation.
Tesla Model Y: Price and Range in India
The seizure of a Tesla Model Y has also drawn attention to the cost and specifications of the vehicle in India.
Tesla currently offers the Model Y in two variants in the Indian market: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Long Range RWD.
The Model Y RWD has an ex-showroom price of around ₹59.89 lakh and offers a claimed range of up to 500 km under the WLTP cycle. The Long Range RWD variant is priced at approximately ₹67.89 lakh ex-showroom and offers a claimed range of up to 622 km.
The standard RWD version uses a 60 kWh battery and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in about 5.9 seconds. The Long Range version uses a 75 kWh battery and can reach 100 kmph from a standstill in approximately 5.6 seconds.
Both versions have a claimed top speed of around 201 kmph.
However, the vehicle’s presence in the case is significant not merely because of its price but because police are examining the alleged ‘Government of India’ markings and documentation associated with it.
A Case Going Beyond a Fake Government Identity
The Khagaria case has raised questions beyond simple impersonation. Police are investigating an alleged long-running operation involving a fake IAS identity, claims of access to national security officials, luxury assets, government-style vehicle markings, financial documents and extensive surveillance arrangements.
The investigation will now establish the actual source of Gupta’s wealth, the authenticity of his government-related documents, the ownership and legality of the seized vehicles, and the extent of his alleged fraud network.
For now, the ₹100-crore asset figure and other allegations remain matters under investigation, and the final facts will depend on documentary verification and the outcome of the legal proceedings.
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