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Fake Rahul Gandhi secretary swindled crores from Congress leaders; man in custody
Gaurav Kumar from Amritsar was arrested in Dehradun after allegedly collecting money from Congress leaders by promising party posts and election tickets. Police say he impersonated Kanishk Singh, a former Rahul Gandhi secretary, using a fake Truecaller account. He has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody, and police plan to seek remand for further questioning.
Why It Matters
The case highlights security risks from identity-based fraud in political circles and the potential abuse of digital tools to influence party processes.
Timeline
5 Events
Police statement on custody and investigation
May 8, 2026
Superintendent of Police (City) Pramod Kumar said the accused was sent to judicial custody for 14 days and that PCR remand would be sought for further investigation.
Remand for further questioning sought
May 8, 2026
Dehradun Police said it will seek PCR remand (police custody remand) for further questioning in the case.
Judicial custody granted to the suspect
May 8, 2026
A local court remanded Gaurav Kumar to 14-day judicial custody.
Impersonation of Rahul Gandhi's secretary details revealed
May 8, 2026
Police say the accused impersonated Kanishk Singh, who previously served as Gandhi’s secretary, using a fake Truecaller account.
Arrest of the suspect in Dehradun
May 8, 2026
Gaurav Kumar, 42, a resident of Amritsar, was arrested in Dehradun after allegedly collecting money from Congress leaders by promising party posts and election tickets, according to PTI.