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Cheryala (Siddipet), Nov 10 (PMI): A shocking case of alleged fraud has come to light in Rampur village of Cheryala Mandal in Siddipet district, where 22 fake death certificates were reportedly issued in the names of people who are still alive over a period of six months.
Police have registered a case against Rampur Gram Panchayat Secretary Madhu and local resident Shawalla Ramesh in connection with the alleged fraud.
According to reports, the Panchayat Secretary allegedly misused the Gram Panchayat’s e-sign digital token (dongle key) and handed it over to Ramesh, who operates an internet centre in Hyderabad. Using the digital credentials, 22 fraudulent death certificates were allegedly generated. Some certificates were reportedly issued in the names of Ramesh’s family members and other individuals, allegedly to facilitate insurance claims or settle land-related matters.
The alleged irregularities reportedly went unnoticed despite concerns being raised earlier. Questions have also been raised over the failure of mandal-level officials to initiate a timely inquiry.
After the matter reached the District Collector, Secretary Madhu was suspended, and an investigation was ordered. Following a complaint lodged by the Mandal Parishad Officer (MPO), police registered a case against both accused.
Further investigation is underway to establish the extent of the alleged fraud and identify any other persons involved. (pressmediaofindia.com)
