SaralnamaA fake gold scam was uncovered in Bindukatta, Uttarakhand on Govardhan Puja day. Jewelers were selling copper and aluminum as gold at inflated prices. Police raided a shop named 'Pahadi Verma' in Car Road market and arrested the ringleader. The gang had been active for two decades, cheating unsuspecting villagers. In some cases, they fled with customers' genuine jewelry. The scam came to light when a victim had purchased jewelry tested, revealing only 40% real gold content. Police are investigating other jewelers and shops involved. Officials urge people to obtain certified bills and test certificates when buying jewelry to avoid fraud. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 05:42 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A fake gold scam was uncovered in Bindukatta, Uttarakhand on Govardhan Puja day
- Jewelers were selling copper and aluminum as gold at inflated prices
- Police raided a shop named 'Pahadi Verma' in Car Road market and arrested the ringleader