Nalgonda: A man allegedly conspired with family members, relatives and government officials to fabricate his retired father's death records and falsely claim eligibility for a government job on compassionate grounds.
Police have arrested 14 people, including family members, relatives, and officials and staff from the Municipal and Medical and Health Departments, in connection with the alleged fraud.
According to Nalgonda District Superintendent of Police (SP) Sharath Chandra Pawar, the accused allegedly manipulated Aadhaar address details, procured a fake death certificate and fabricated official records to facilitate the son's illegal appointment under the compassionate employment scheme.
The investigation also revealed a financial deal worth ₹13 lakh, the SP said. Police seized ₹5 lakh in cash, one computer, a printer, 12 mobile phones and a photograph of the retired employee.
A case was registered at Police station. The accused have been booked under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Information Technology Act and other applicable laws.
Two other accused are absconding, while those arrested have been produced before the court.
The SP said that strict action would be taken against those attempting to manipulate government records and misuse public employment systems.