Delhi Police arrested three men on July 17, 2026 , for allegedly operating a fake mark sheet racket. The group produced and sold forged Class 10 and Class 12 certificates. Authorities found the operation in Shahdara.
Racket Uncovered
Police received a tip on June 30, 2026 . It alleged Navneet Tyagi, 53, created fake educational documents. Police sent an undercover agent to verify the claim. The agent provided personal details and a Class 10 mark sheet. They requested a fake Class 12 mark sheet.
Arrests and Seizures
Following the verification, police raided an area near Miraj Cinema on GT Road. Tyagi was apprehended there. Officers seized two fake mark sheets from him. An FIR was registered at the Shahdara police station.
Network Exposed
During questioning, Tyagi identified two accomplices. Police subsequently detained Sahab Alam, 41, and Fareed Ahmad Saifi, 49. Authorities seized a laptop, printer, and other equipment used for document forgery. The accused admitted to selling between 100 to 150 fake certificates. Each document sold for Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 .
Method of Operation
The group allegedly misused the expired registration of Gramin Mukt Vidyalaya Shiksha Sansthan. This allowed them to issue backdated certificates. Police stated this was a deliberate tactic. It aimed to deceive both individuals seeking the documents and educational authorities.
Ongoing Investigation
The arrests indicate an organized criminal network. Investigations are continuing. Police are working to identify further individuals involved.
