Mumbai's Biggest Study Abroad Scam: Rs 3 Crore Fraud, Accused Abscond

• A massive fraud of nearly 3 crore rupees has been uncovered in Mumbai, targeting students and parents seeking higher education abroad.
• Stella Mehta and Rakesh Mehta, owners of 'Career & Options Service Limited' in Charkop, are accused of luring students with promises of admissions, visas, and accommodation.
• The accused allegedly took large sums of money but failed to secure admissions or complete visa processes, with some victims receiving fake documents.
• The number of complainants has risen from 13 to 18, with the total defrauded amount now exceeding 2.87 crore rupees.
• The accused couple has absconded to Odisha, and police teams are investigating financial transactions and their contacts with foreign universities.