Duping People by Impersonating as Person Close to PM Modi: Allahabad HC denies Bail for Offence under PMLA

The Allahabad High Court denied bail for an individual accused of duping people by impersonating as someone close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The accused allegedly misled victims into believing they could gain favors in government schemes, resulting in financial losses. The Court, while rejecting bail, noted the severity of the offense under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), highlighting that such fraudulent activities undermine public trust. The ruling emphasizes the seriousness of impersonation crimes, particularly when linked to high-profile figures, and underlines the need for deterrent action to curb such practices.