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In a distressing case, three individuals—Kakasaheb Khade, Vikas Dahiphale, and Mohini Tandale—have been accused of perpetrating a fraudulent land deal, cheating 19 Navy officers of a staggering Rs 23.13 crore. The alleged scam unfolded in 2019 when the trio established an office in the Central Business District (CBD) under the guise of "Sky Garuda Developers," promoting the sale of Non-Agricultural plots in Vindhane village, Uran.
The complainant, Sanjeet Kumar Madanchandra Pal from Colaba, approached the developers based on a colleague's recommendation. Pal, accompanied by Navy officers from Mumbai, engaged with the three directors at the Sky Garuda Developers' office. The accused presented a narrative of having purchased a sizable Non-Agricultural land parcel from local farmers, pricing two acres at Rs 13.95 lakh. Following this, Pal, his brother, and 15 officers committed to the purchase, making an initial payment of Rs 2.82 crore.
Subsequently, Khade and associates conveyed to the Navy officials that, for unspecified reasons, they couldn't provide the promised plot in survey no. 270. Instead, they offered an alternative Non-Agricultural plot in a different survey at the same price. The three directors then facilitated the online registration of the new plot for the 19 investors. However, as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, and subsequent to the lockdown, the accused reportedly began evading the investors.
When the Navy officers sought a refund, the trio issued a cheque that eventually bounced. This prompted the victims to discover that two additional Navy officers had also fallen victim to the scheme. They collectively approached the police, registering a complaint of cheating amounting to Rs 3.13 crore.
Senior Police Inspector Giridhar Gore from Belapur police station indicated that the case has been transferred to the Economic Offence Wing for a thorough investigation. The accused individuals face charges under sections 420 (cheating), 406 (criminal breach of trust), and 34 (common intention) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
This unfortunate incident underscores the vulnerability of investors, even those associated with the armed forces, to unscrupulous real estate dealings. The case emphasizes the importance of thorough due diligence and vigilance in property transactions. As the investigation unfolds, it will shed light on the extent of the alleged fraud and determine appropriate legal actions against the accused trio.
In conclusion, the fraudulent land deal involving Sky Garuda Developers serves as a stark reminder of the need for stringent oversight in the real estate sector to protect investors from deceptive practices. The impact on the Navy officers, who placed their trust in the developers, highlights the broader consequences of fraudulent schemes within the realm of property transactions. It is imperative that regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies take swift and decisive action to bring those responsible to justice and prevent such incidents in the future.
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