Jharkhand CID Arrests Trio for Rs 19.85 Lakh LPG Connection Fraud

The Jharkhand CID has arrested three suspects involved in a significant LPG connection fraud, where a victim was cheated out of ₹19.85 lakh. The suspects contacted the victim through social media, sending a fake link to extract money. During the investigation, key evidence was seized, including a mobile phone used in the scam. Meanwhile, the government is addressing the ongoing LPG crisis linked to conflicts in West Asia, announcing a financial relief package to support affected exporters. This article delves into the details of the fraud and the government's proactive measures.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 20, 2026, 15:56 IST

Fraudulent Scheme Uncovered in Hazaribagh

The Jharkhand CID has apprehended three individuals in Hazaribagh for allegedly defrauding a victim of ₹19.85 lakh under the pretense of securing an LPG connection. According to officials, these arrests followed a complaint lodged at the CID's cybercrime police station last November. The investigation revealed that the suspects contacted the complainant via social media, sending a fraudulent link under the guise of facilitating an LPG connection. The agency stated that they managed to siphon off a total of ₹19.85 lakh from the victim's bank account through this cyber scam.

Key Evidence Seized During the Operation

Officials reported that, with assistance from Hazaribagh police, they successfully identified and arrested the three suspects. They also confirmed the recovery of a mobile phone and a SIM card, which were used in the fraudulent activities and are now considered crucial evidence.

Government's Response to the LPG Crisis

In light of the ongoing LPG crisis exacerbated by conflicts in West Asia, the government has stated that it is actively engaging with global partners to ensure India's energy security and the safety of Indian citizens in Gulf nations, as trade and logistics have been disrupted due to rising tensions. To support exporters affected by these disruptions, the central government has announced a financial relief package of ₹497 crore. During an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted that the current situation poses challenges not only for India but for the global community as a whole. He noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other Indian leaders are in discussions with several countries in the region, including Kuwait. Jaiswal also mentioned that diplomatic efforts have successfully ensured safe passage for two Indian LPG vessels through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.