The Rouse Avenue Court today rescheduled the next hearing in the notorious Chinese visa scam to February 4, extending the legal battle in this multi-crore fraud. Accusations center on a cartel that facilitated illegal entry for Chinese nationals posing as tourists or executives.
Probes paint a picture of bribery, fake endorsements, and sham travel itineraries. Over a dozen suspects, including FRRO officers, face charges under IPC sections for cheating and forgery. The short court appearance ended abruptly due to incomplete filings from both sides.
Judicial delays notwithstanding, momentum builds with fresh CBI summons issued. Interrogations have yielded leads to international hawala networks funding the operations.
This scam highlights vulnerabilities in India’s porous immigration framework, especially with rising China-India trade. Reforms like biometric linking and real-time alerts are in pipeline.
As February looms, expect intensified media coverage and public discourse on border security. The court’s decision could ripple through policy reforms, underscoring the fight against white-collar crime in government corridors.