A viral thread on X (formerly Twitter) has captured attention after a Shaadi.com user turned the tables on a scammer in an unexpected way.

Jasveer Singh (@jasveer10) shared his unusual encounter while conducting a year-long experiment on matrimonial scams by creating a profile on Shaadi.com.



From Matchmaking to Scam Confession

Singh’s journey began when he received interest from a profile named “Malti Devi,” 30, from Delhi.

The chat started with normal matrimonial conversation, but soon shifted tone.

“Malti” asked for Singh’s whatsapp number, claiming she was helping find a match for a friend in Singapore.

Suspicious, Singh asked probing questions.

The truth unfolded: the person confessed they were not Malti but a scammer, chasing a Rs 30-lakh target.

In a rare moment of honesty, they admitted: “Majboori hai” (I’m forced) before deleting the profile.


The Unexpected Twist

Rather than blocking or reporting the fraudster, Singh responded with empathy.

He offered the scammer a chance at a legitimate job, shocking readers with his kindness.

The act sparked debate: some admired the compassion, while others warned against trusting scammers.




Bigger Picture

Experts describe such interactions as “scambaiting”—engaging with fraudsters to reveal their methods.

Singh’s case stood out because instead of ridicule or exposure, it ended with an offer of help.

The incident highlights the risks on matrimonial platforms, even though Shaadi.com claims 35 lakh verified profiles.

It also sheds light on the economic pressures pushing individuals into online scams.
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D N INDUJAA

01/09/2025 04:43 PM