A major fake identity racket has come to light in Dehradun, where Bangladeshi citizens were found holding Indian identity documents created through a fraudulent process. Taking the matter seriously, District Magistrate Savin Bansal has ordered a thorough investigation into all Common Service Centres (CSCs) operating across the district, calling it a serious security lapse.
Police investigations have revealed that some CSCs in Dehradun city and nearby areas were illegally processing Aadhaar cards, identity cards and other official documents for Bangladeshi nationals. The district administration is now trying to assess how many such fake identities described by officials as “illegal Indians” have been created so far.
According to sources, the documents recovered from recently arrested Bangladeshi citizens appeared technically valid and passed basic checks.
Investigators found that the entire process used to generate these documents was fake. Using these IDs, the individuals were living in Dehradun and had gained access to government welfare schemes, banking services and other facilities meant for Indian citizens.
The probe has shown that fake identity cards were generated directly through official systems. Incorrect addresses, fake family details and made-up identities were deliberately entered. In several cases, mandatory local verification was completely bypassed. The administration is now examining which CSC issued how many such documents and how much money was taken in exchange.
Wider network under Investigation
Police officials say this is not a one-off case but part of a larger network. CSC operators, middlemen who collected documents, and foreign nationals who obtained Indian IDs are all suspected to be involved. Investigators are now closely studying Aadhaar and identity cards issued over the last one to two years to identify unusual or suspicious patterns.
Sources indicate that more details are likely to emerge in the coming days as the probe moves forward. Legal action will be taken against Bangladeshi citizens whose documents are found to be fake, and deportation procedures will also be initiated. Arrests of those involved in running the racket are expected as the investigation progresses.
National security concern
Senior officials have made it clear that the case is being treated as a major national security issue, not a routine fraud. Fake Indian documents can be used to get SIM cards, open bank accounts, obtain ration cards and access other sensitive services, which poses serious risks.
District Magistrate Savin Bansal said CSC operators found guilty will face strict action, including licence cancellation and criminal cases. He added that if negligence or collusion is found at any level, officials concerned will also be held accountable.
The administration has stressed that the entire network behind the fake ID operation will be exposed and dismantled.
