Pune Businessman Cheated of ₹51 Lakh in Bank Loan Scam; 3 Accused Booked

• A Pune businessman was defrauded of ₹51 lakh under the pretext of securing a bank loan for his business expansion.
• The accused gained the victim's trust over a year, collecting money for 'loan approval' and 'documentation'.
• The fraud was exposed when the promised loan was not disbursed, leading the victim to file a complaint.
• Khadak Police have registered a case against three individuals: Aditya Mohan Relekar, Karan Vijay Ijantkar, and Shriniwas Pandurang Bakre.
• Police are investigating further involvement and urging citizens to be cautious of such loan scams.

Why It Matters: Be wary of unofficial loan offers; always verify through official bank channels to avoid fraud.