A Tripura farmer alleges his son was cheated of ₹55,000 by a local man promising a government job. The accused reportedly took money in instalments, avoided contact later, and failed to deliver employment or refund, raising concerns over job fraud.
A disturbing case of alleged job fraud has surfaced from Chandul ADC village under Melaghar police station in Tripura’s Dhanpur Assembly constituency, where a farmer has accused a local resident of cheating his family by falsely promising a government job for his son. The incident has once again highlighted the vulnerability of unemployed youth and economically weak families to fraudulent job rackets operating at the grassroots level.
The complainant, Arun Noatia, a farmer by profession, alleged that his son, Rakesh Noatia, was duped of ₹55,000 after being assured of an officer-level post in the Food Department of the Tripura government. According to the complaint, the accused, identified as Ratinjan Tripura, is a resident of neighbouring South Taibandal ADC village and allegedly portrayed himself as someone with strong political connections capable of arranging government employment.
Arun Noatia stated that the accused convinced the family that Rakesh’s appointment was almost certain and required an initial payment to “process” the job. Trusting the assurance, the family paid ₹55,000 in four instalments. It was mutually agreed that the total deal amount would be ₹3.60 lakh, with the remaining sum to be paid only after confirmation of the job.
The farmer claimed that arranging even the initial amount was a significant burden for the family. Part of the money, he said, was raised by mortgaging agricultural land, reflecting the depth of their desperation and hope for a stable future for his son. Like many rural families, they believed that a government job would provide long-term security and dignity.
However, after receiving the money, the accused allegedly began avoiding the family. Arun Noatia alleged that repeated attempts to contact the accused were met with excuses, delays, and false assurances. Over time, communication reportedly reduced, and no concrete progress was shown regarding the promised employment.
The complainant further alleged that the accused attempted to mislead the family by sending them to a private office in Agartala, claiming that Rakesh’s name had been shortlisted for the post. When the family visited the office, they reportedly found no records, documents, or officials confirming any such recruitment process. No appointment letter, official communication, or government verification was ever provided.
Despite repeated assurances that the job would be finalised within 15 days, months passed without any outcome. Arun Noatia claimed that whenever questioned, the accused continued to evade responsibility, sometimes citing political changes or claiming that administrative procedures were causing delays.
In a serious allegation, the farmer also stated that the accused frequently changed his political affiliations, allegedly to shield himself from complaints and accountability. According to Noatia, this tactic made it difficult for victims to pursue action, as the accused continued to enjoy local influence.
The case appears to be part of a broader pattern. The complainant alleged that several other villagers were similarly cheated by the same individual on the pretext of securing government jobs or facilitating school admissions. In all such cases, according to Noatia, money was taken but no work was completed, nor were refunds provided.
Distressed and financially strained, Arun Noatia said he approached local political leaders and informed the area’s MLA about the incident. However, he claimed that no effective resolution has been achieved so far. The family is now seeking intervention from the state administration to recover the money and ensure justice.
Beyond financial loss, the emotional toll on the family has been severe. Arun Noatia expressed concern over his son’s future, stating that Rakesh has been left disillusioned after placing his trust in false promises. The farmer appealed to authorities not only to recover the cheated amount but also to create legitimate employment opportunities for deserving youth.
Cases like this underscore the urgent need for public awareness about job fraud and stronger action against individuals exploiting unemployment and poverty. Experts have repeatedly warned job seekers to verify recruitment processes through official government notifications and avoid middlemen demanding money.
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As unemployment remains a pressing issue, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas, incidents of alleged job scams continue to surface. The complainant has urged law enforcement agencies to investigate the matter thoroughly and take strict action to prevent others from falling victim to similar frauds.
