In a candid post on X, ashwini Roopesh (@AshwiniRoopesh) sheds light on a growing concern in India’s wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital marriage landscape, warning about a sophisticated matrimony scam targeting unsuspecting individuals. Her post highlights a disturbing trend where scammers posing as eligible brides or grooms on matrimonial sites lure victims with fabricated profiles.
The accompanying image, though dark and unclear, underscores the secretive nature of these schemes, urging followers to stay vigilant. Roopesh’s warning comes as a public service, emphasizing the need for caution in an era where online matchmaking has become increasingly popular.
The scam typically begins with a seemingly genuine profile, often featuring attractive photos and detailed personal information to build trust. According to Roopesh, scammers engage victims in lengthy conversations, eventually requesting money under pretexts such as travel expenses, family emergencies, or wedding preparations. She notes that once the payment is made, the fraudster disappears, leaving the victim financially and emotionally devastated. This tactic exploits the cultural pressure in india to marry, making it a fertile ground for such deceit, with losses sometimes running into lakhs of rupees per case.
Roopesh’s post serves as a wake-up call, encouraging users to verify identities through video calls, family introductions, and official documents before proceeding. She also advises reporting suspicious profiles to the platform and authorities, referencing the rise in cybercrime complaints related to matrimonial fraud.
The accompanying image, though dark and unclear, underscores the secretive nature of these schemes, urging followers to stay vigilant. Roopesh’s warning comes as a public service, emphasizing the need for caution in an era where online matchmaking has become increasingly popular.
The scam typically begins with a seemingly genuine profile, often featuring attractive photos and detailed personal information to build trust. According to Roopesh, scammers engage victims in lengthy conversations, eventually requesting money under pretexts such as travel expenses, family emergencies, or wedding preparations. She notes that once the payment is made, the fraudster disappears, leaving the victim financially and emotionally devastated. This tactic exploits the cultural pressure in india to marry, making it a fertile ground for such deceit, with losses sometimes running into lakhs of rupees per case.
Roopesh’s post serves as a wake-up call, encouraging users to verify identities through video calls, family introductions, and official documents before proceeding. She also advises reporting suspicious profiles to the platform and authorities, referencing the rise in cybercrime complaints related to matrimonial fraud.
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