'My name is Arpit Singh, but I am the only one left. Everyone else has run away.' This is the voice of the true Arpit Singh, whose identity was falsely used for X-ray Technician positions across various districts in UP, amassing over 30 million in salaries. When the investigation tightened, the fraud was uncovered, leaving the true Arpit from Hathras standing alone as the others vanished.
I Learned from the Media That I Hold Jobs in Six Districts
The real Arpit recounts that it was on September 5th, after the news broke, that he discovered jobs were posted in six districts under his name. Shocked, he immediately informed his authorities. The case reached Lucknow, and he, along with six others, was summoned. However, once in Lucknow, the truth came to light. As soon as document verification began, the others fled, leaving Arpit alone, understanding fully how his name was misused in this fraudulent scheme.
My Name and Father's Name Used, Everything Else Different
According to Arpit, his genuine documents were perfectly valid. He states his appointment was in May, whereas the others occurred in July-August. Their ID numbers and documents were different, only his name and his father’s name were copied, forming the basis of this elaborate fraud.
Not Just Me, Two Others Named Ankur Also Had Jobs
The real Arpit reveals this is not an isolated fraud under his name. A boy named Ankur also saw double postings in two districts. This indicates a broader network, revealing organized syndicate operations behind the scheme.
I Am Innocent, I Did Nothing Wrong
The real Arpit asserts that he was the only one to stand his ground during the investigation while the rest fled. He proactively informed the authorities, ensuring his appointment's transparency and legality. He declares his innocence in the entire fraudulent affair.
Arpit from Rampur Has Vanished
The story from Rampur is even more cinematic. Initially appointed at Bilaspur Tehsil PHC in 2016, before moving to the TB department in Rampur, the suspect suddenly disappeared on September 1st without a trace or active phone. Dr. Deepa Singh of CMO reports they sent a comprehensive report after orders on September 6 and filed an FIR, although the culprit remains at large.
Banda: On the Run After 7 Months of Salary
In Banda's Naraini CHC, the scenario repeats. Here too, an Arpit worked for 7-8 months, drew a salary, and abruptly vanished. The CMO has forwarded an investigative report to the administration.
Balrampur: Bank Account Seized
Upon uncovering the Arpit fraud in Balrampur's Pachpedwa CHC, Dr. Mukesh Rastogi took swift action. They acquired complete service records, seized the suspect's bank account, and submitted a report to the administration. Meanwhile, the suspect remains unreachable.
Farrukhabad, Amroha, and Shamli Suspects Have Fled Too
In Farrukhabad, Amroha, and Shamli, the X-ray Technician named 'Arpit' similarly disappeared. The Amroha suspect was in service from 2016 to 2022 before vanishing.
Politics Heated
The case has ignited political tensions, with the Yogi government accusing former administrations of facilitating these fraudulent appointments. The opposition counterclaims the current government's investigative mechanisms are failing.
Key Questions Arise
How could such appointments occur under the same name across multiple districts?
Who is accountable for such a severe oversight in the verification process?
Are there departmental officials involved?
