NIA Busts Myanmar-Based Human Trafficking and Cyber Fraud Racket
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has busted a major human trafficking and cyber fraud racket operating out of Myanmar.
The agency filed a chargesheet against three accused in the NIA Special court in Panchkula, Haryana.
The accused include Ankit Kumar alias Ankit Bhardwaj, Ishtikhar ali alias Ali, and a fugitive Chinese national identified as Lisa.
The case exposes a well-organized international network that targeted indian youth under the pretext of overseas employment.
Modus Operandi of the international Racket
According to the NIA investigation, the gang lured young indians with promises of lucrative jobs in Thailand.
Victims were contacted through online platforms and were assured attractive salaries and career opportunities abroad.
After online interviews, the candidates were selected and told to travel overseas for employment.
A Chinese woman, Lisa, is believed to have played a key role as the primary recruiter in the operation.
Once selected, the youths were illegally transported to Myanmar via Thailand.
Forced Cyber Fraud Operations in Myanmar
Upon reaching Myanmar, the victims allegedly discovered that the promised jobs were fake.
They were forced to work in cyber fraud centers operating from remote locations.
The trafficked individuals were compelled to create fake social media profiles to target foreign nationals.
Victims were instructed to defraud people in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
The fraud mainly involved cryptocurrency investment scams and other online financial schemes.
Harassment, Captivity, and Extortion
Reports indicate that those who refused to participate in fraudulent activities were held captive.
Victims faced physical assault, threats, and mental harassment.
They were allegedly pressured to pay large sums of money to secure their release.
The racket operated with strict surveillance and coercion to prevent escape.
Legal Action Against the Accused
The NIA registered a case under multiple sections of the indian Penal Code and invoked Section 24 of the Immigration Act.
Ankit Kumar and Ishtikhar ali have been arrested in connection with the case.
The Chinese national Lisa remains absconding and is currently being traced by authorities.
The investigation continues as agencies work to dismantle the broader international trafficking network.
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