Two Arrested in Faridabad for Counterfeiting Currency

In a significant crackdown, police in Faridabad have arrested two young men for allegedly printing and distributing counterfeit currency. The operation led to the seizure of fake notes and a printing device. The suspects, identified as Lucky and Yogesh, confessed to their involvement during interrogation. They have been remanded to judicial custody following their court appearance. This incident highlights ongoing issues related to counterfeit currency in the region. Read on to discover more about the details of this case and its implications.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 2, 2026, 09:32 IST

Counterfeit Currency Operation Uncovered

In Faridabad, Haryana, law enforcement has apprehended two individuals on charges of producing counterfeit currency and distributing it in the market. Authorities seized fake notes along with a printer used in the operation.

The confiscated currency includes one ₹500 note, five ₹200 notes, and ten ₹100 notes. The suspects have been identified as Lucky (19) from Gidoh village in Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, and Yogesh (19) from Mukesh Colony in Ballabgarh.

According to a police official, during the interrogation, Yogesh admitted to using the printer to create the counterfeit notes and handed them over to Lucky for distribution. Both suspects were presented in court on Wednesday and have been remanded to judicial custody.