A “perfect match” turned into a nightmare for two women in Bhopal. Here is the 60-second breakdown of the ?85 Lakh Matrimonial Scam that has shaken the city.
1. The Setup
Avinash Prajapati posed as a steel tycoon on matrimonial sites, targeting divorced women. To gain trust, he introduced his wife, Chandrika, as his “mother.”
2. The Trap
Once trust was built, he moved victims into rented homes using fake IDs. Then came the financial demands—totaling over ?80 Lakhs—and sexual exploitation under the false promise of marriage.
3. The Blackmail
The most disturbing detail? Police allege his wife (posing as the mother) secretly filmed intimate moments. These videos were used to blackmail the victims into silence and compliance.
4. The Arrest
Avinash has been arrested by Bagsewaniya Police. Chandrika is absconding with their child. Investigations reveal this might be part of a multi-state fraud racket involving scams in Jhansi and Chandigarh.
Want the full investigation details? Read the Deep Dive Report here.
[…] Editor’s Note: For a quick summary of the modus operandi, read our 60-Second Explainer Thread here. […]