In a major crackdown on fraudulent land deals, Saroj Devi, a Deputy Excise and Taxation Commissioner (DETC), was arrested by Gurugram’s Economic Offences Wing for her alleged involvement in a high-value real estate scam. Her anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the court before the arrest.
According to police reports, Saroj Devi, along with employees of Suncity Private Limited, orchestrated the sale of a Gurugram plot using fabricated documents. The plot was allegedly transferred fraudulently to Saroj and her associate, Rajbala, before being sold to a third party for Rs3.40 crore.
The scam came to light after Dinesh Kumar filed a complaint regarding a plot originally booked by his late father. Unauthorized construction on the land prompted a probe, revealing manipulation of documents and illegal transfers orchestrated by Saroj Devi and her associates.
Authorities have stated that investigations are ongoing, with key figures facing charges. Neena Chawla, the current occupant of the plot, is also under scrutiny as part of the probe.
This case highlights the growing risk of real estate fraud in urban areas and the need for stricter verification and regulatory oversight.
