NewsFlash Daily™
16 April 
Man poses as 2023-batch IAS officer, dupes doctors and suppliers with fake NHM contracts, police suspect wider fraud network
Bengaluru: In a shocking impersonation scam, Bengaluru police have arrested a man accused of pretending to be an IAS officer and allegedly cheating doctors, medical business owners and others out of lakhs of rupees through fake government tender promises.
The accused, identified as Mithun, is said to be a native of Kadur in Chikkamagaluru district. He was arrested by Amruthahalli Police after investigators grew suspicious of his claims and influence network.
How the Alleged Scam Worked
Police sources said Mithun introduced himself as a 2023-batch IAS officer and claimed to hold a senior role in the National Health Mission (NHM) and Karnataka’s health administration.
He allegedly used this false identity to gain trust among government doctors and hospital officials.
Investigators say he even conducted meetings with doctors and nurses inside a government hospital setting, convincing many that he was a genuine senior officer.
Rs. 41 Lakh Fraud Claim Surfaces
According to the complaint, Mithun allegedly promised a medical supplier a government medicine supply tender worth around Rs 1.8 crore.
He reportedly demanded a 20% commission to secure the contract. Believing the claims, the businessman allegedly paid multiple amounts, including Rs36 lakh near Jakkur, with total payments reaching around Rs41 lakh.
The promised tender never materialised, leading to suspicion and a police complaint.
“The accused allegedly used confidence, fake authority and official-style claims to win trust,” sources said.
Officials said the accused tried to use the name of a senior DCP-rank officer to show influence. This reportedly raised red flags and led Amruthahalli police to verify his background.
During questioning, police claim his story began to collapse, exposing the fake identity network.
He allegedly told several people that he had cleared one of the toughest exams and was among a select group of officers chosen from lakhs of candidates.
More Victims Suspected
Police are also reportedly questioning individuals connected to the case, including officials who interacted with the accused. Investigators suspect more hospital owners, suppliers or businesspersons may have been cheated using similar methods.
Authorities are now tracing financial transactions, communication records and other possible complainants.
