Fraudulent Baba Arrested for Money Scams in Aurangabad

In a recent operation, police in Aurangabad arrested a fraudulent baba who claimed he could summon money through rituals. The investigation revealed a network of deceit involving counterfeit currency and superstitious practices. The police acted on a tip-off and discovered the conman along with his accomplices in a hotel, where they were found with various items used for scams. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of fraud in society, as many fall victim to such deceptive promises. Read on to learn more about this intriguing case and the police's efforts to combat such scams.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 1, 2026, 13:23 IST

Unraveling the Scam

The desire for wealth is universal, with many seeking quick and easy ways to amass riches. Unfortunately, this often leads individuals to fall prey to various scams. A recent incident in Aurangabad's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar involved a conman who claimed he could summon a rain of money.

The story began when Police Commissioner Praveen Pawar received a tip-off about suspicious individuals staying at a luxury hotel near a petrol pump. Reports indicated that these individuals were engaged in superstitious practices and fraud. The police promptly assigned their most trusted team to investigate the matter. Inspector Sambhaji Pawar, known for his quick wit and bravery, led his team to raid the hotel early in the morning.

Upon reaching room number 305, the police discovered a man named Vikas Utharwar, who identified himself as a tantric baba. Meanwhile, in room 412, his accomplices, Vilas Kohile and Shankar Kajale, were found staying under a reservation made in the name of a Pune resident. Vilas hailed from Jurud village in Vaijapur tehsil, while Shankar was from Chikalthana in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Together, they were weaving a web of deceit that caused victims to lose both their dreams and hard-earned money.

During the search of the rooms, the police encountered a disturbing scene. The table was littered with counterfeit currency, small boxes of vermilion, dried roots, and coconuts. These items were part of the rituals used to deceive unsuspecting individuals. The promise of a magical ritual that would result in a shower of money was the bait used to lure victims. A senior officer from the investigation team remarked, 'These fraudsters created an environment where people were convinced to hand over their savings.'