Lok Sabha Elections 2024 draw near, fraudulent activities related to voter ID cards are on the rise. Recently, a 30-year-old man named Mohsin Mohammad Rafi Shaikh was apprehended for producing fake Aadhaar cards, PAN cards, and voter IDs in Malwani, Rajasthan. Shaikh confessed to the crime during the investigation, revealing that he charged Rs 2000 for each fake document and utilised an online portal for the forgery process. Police confiscated his computer, printer, and papers, and Shaikh was arrested on charges of cheating and forgery.
This incident is just one example of the growing trend of voter ID card scams ahead of elections. To safeguard yourself from falling victim to such scams, it is crucial to stay informed and exercise caution. Here are some tips to help you avoid becoming a victim of a voter ID scam:
Additionally, if you need to apply for a Voter ID Card online, follow these steps on the National Voters' Services Portal (NVSP):