Patna: Gaurav Kumar, a man impersonating an IAS officer, was apprehended on the Vaishali Express along with Mokama-based businessman Mukund Madhav. The police revealed that Gaurav had been defrauding people by claiming he could secure government jobs, contracts, and even arrange marriages. This marks the latest in a string of fraudulent activities linked to him.
Earlier Fraud Cases and Investigation
According to the police, Gaurav Kumar was already under investigation for cheating a young woman by luring her with promises of marriage. In the current case, Mukund Madhav identified Gaurav in connection with a sum of ₹99.09 lakh. Police confirmed that Gaurav has no official administrative record, and there is no evidence supporting his claim of being an IAS officer.
Mukund Madhav’s Statement and Luxury Car Link
Mukund Madhav told authorities that he had provided Gaurav Kumar with a luxury car in Gorakhpur. The police confirmed that Gaurav’s claims of being a government officer were entirely false. His mobile number is now deactivated, and he is under close surveillance.
Fraud Network Active Between Gorakhpur and Varanasi
Analysts indicate that Gaurav Kumar had been active for several months along the Gorakhpur-Varanasi route. He allegedly operated through an organized network, extorting money from multiple victims by claiming he could secure government jobs and contracts, posing as a central government officer.
Possible Election Angle Under Investigation
Authorities, including the Income Tax Department and GRP, are examining whether the recovered funds have any links to the Bihar elections. Initial intelligence gathered from the Bihar Election Commission and other agencies suggests that no direct connections to any political party or figure have been found. The ongoing investigation has now shifted focus toward Gaurav Kumar’s business operations and hawala network.
Background of Businessman Mukund Madhav
Mukund Madhav, a resident of Sherpur village near Mokama, moved to Mokama city around 15 years ago to start a stationery business. Over time, he expanded his ventures, managing his family’s business and establishing a marriage hall on a prime three-crore commercial property. While no criminal cases are registered against him, local speculation has suggested that some of his wealth may have been acquired through questionable means.
Joint Investigation Underway
A coordinated investigation is being conducted by the local Intelligence Unit (LIU), GRP, and the Income Tax Department. Authorities suspect that Gaurav Kumar may have used fake identities to extort money across multiple districts. The case remains under active investigation, and police are working to trace the full extent of his fraudulent network.
