Kamareddy: A shocking incident unfolded at the Kamareddy collectorate when a woman from Hyderabad allegedly posed as an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer on November 4. The accused, identified as Ishrat Jahan, a resident of Jeedimetla, Hyderabad, was reportedly frustrated over repeated failures in civil service examinations.
Woman Forged Official Order
According to officials, Ishrat Jahan forged an official order appointing herself as acting collector of Kamareddy, allegedly replacing Ashish Sangwan, with effect from November 4. She arrived at the collectorate along with her family and confidently entered the collector’s office, claiming to be the commissioner of the Survey, Settlement, and Land Records Department.
At the time of her arrival, the in-charge collector was away on a tour of the Banswara division, which allowed her to temporarily occupy the chamber and interact with the staff. She even displayed the forged order to substantiate her claim.
Suspicion and Verification
The officials at the collectorate, unsure about her authenticity, forwarded Ishrat’s documents to Additional Collector Madhu Mohan, who then sent them to the government administration department for verification. During this time, Ishrat allegedly sat in the collector’s chamber before leaving in her car.
The additional collector grew suspicious of the woman’s actions and immediately filed a police complaint, prompting further investigation.
Arrest and Legal Action
Following the complaint, a police team led by Sub-Inspector Bhuvaneshwar Rao Devunipalli traced and arrested Ishrat Jahan in Toopran. A case has been registered against her under the relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the extent of the forgery and whether any other individuals were involved.
Public Concern Over Forgery and Security
The incident has raised concerns regarding security protocols at government offices and the verification process for official orders. Officials have stated that such cases of impersonation and forgery are rare but take strict legal action to maintain administrative integrity.
