Social media serves as a double-edged sword, capable of connecting individuals globally while also providing an opportunistic platform for scammers. A recent video circulating on Facebook shed light on a perturbing trend in the Kashmir valley individuals alleging falling victim to a fraudulent private company promising to double their money. This echoes a familiar narrative reminiscent of a Bollywood movie, akin to the promises made in “Phir Hera Pheri,” where investments supposedly lead to amazing returns.
The victims, encircling the interviewer on facebook page voiced their grievances, recounting the deceptive tactics employed by the company. The attraction of doubled money lead people them into a web of deceit. Ironically it is alleged that the scammers leveraged social media accounts with substantial reach and followers, exploiting the platform’s vast audience to trap unsuspecting victims.
It is a pure reminder that the landscape of scams is evolving, with scammers employing sophisticated methods to dupe individuals. Establishing a physical presence in the heart of the Srinagar city and registering people adds their legitimacy, making it imperative for society to exercise caution. Another video shows the employees of the same company allege that they also had been scammed by the owners of the company. Employees had subsequently filed an FIR (first information report) with cyber crime and as per the Cyber Crime Superintendent of Police Kashmir Zone had recovered around one crore from the scammer and further investigations are underway.
However, the main problem of the issue lies beyond these tactics – it’s a societal call to recognize that genuine wealth is not built on shortcuts.
The public, in Kashmir and beyond, must internalize the notion that genuine prosperity is only achieved by hard work and ethical practices. Amid the temptation of quick gains, it becomes crucial to discern fact from fiction, understanding that not everything promoted on social media is a reliable indicator of legitimacy.
Education, though valuable, doesn’t immunize against falling prey to scams. The onus is on individuals to scrutinize the credentials of businesses and investment opportunities throughly. This incident underscores the importance of choosing the path of integrity over illusory shortcuts, emphasizing that true wealth is accompanied by earned respect within society. As we navigate the digital age, it’s incumbent upon us to exercise due diligence, for the pursuit of wealth should never compromise our mental well-being.
