Bangladeshi porn star arrested over faking documents for Indian passport
Sep 27, 2024 07:58 AM IST
An Indian from Amravati is identified as the main accused for helping her procure Indian passport and for registering himself as the father in fake documents.
THANE: The Hill Line police in Ulhasnagar have arrested Bangladeshi porn star Riya Barde aka Arohi Barde for allegedly obtaining an Indian passport using fake documents.
Officials from the Hill Line police station said they acted on a tip-off regarding an illegal activity and apprehended Aarohi Barde, a Bangladeshi national.
Investigations revealed one of the suspects as an Indian national from Amravati who is identified as the main accused. He was not only involved in preparing the forged documents for Aarohi and her family members but has also registered himself as the father on the documents that allow them to reside in India.
It was also found that many of her family members were involved in the crime by aiding her. “We are currently searching for her relatives who assisted in creating the fake passport,” said a police officer.
The authorities have filed serious charges against Aarohi and her family members under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including IPC Section 420 (cheating), 465 (forgery), 468 (using forged documents for cheating), 471 (using forged documents), and 34 (common intention). Additionally, offenses have been registered under relevant sections of the Foreigners Act as well.
“The porn star is also known for her work in several scenes alongside renowned actress Gehana Vasisth,” said an officer. The investigation agency is checking her connection with the Mumbai based pornography rackets. The officials stated that further inquiries are underway.
