The Cyberabad Police have arrested three persons in connection with an alleged ₹35 crore land fraud racket involving 10 acres of government land in Survey Number 18, Gandipet. The accused allegedly created and circulated fake Government Orders (GOs) through WhatsApp and social media platforms to fraudulently claim ownership of the land. DCP Serilingampally Zone, Ch Srinivas, confirmed that the accused attempted to sell the land at ₹3.5 crore per acre and had allegedly received nearly ₹4 crore in advance from unsuspecting buyers despite the High Court dismissing their land claims earlier in 2025.
Among the accused named in the case are former YSRCP MLA Bolla Brahma Naidu and Bolla Ramesh, both of whom are currently absconding. The police have launched an intensive manhunt to apprehend the remaining accused persons. The investigation revealed that the fraudsters exploited digital platforms to spread misinformation about land ownership, creating forged government documents that appeared authentic to potential buyers. The scam targeted individuals looking to invest in prime real estate in the Gandipet area, which falls under the Ranga Reddy district.
During searches conducted at various locations, police seized critical evidence including bank records, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), mobile phones, and a laptop. These seized items are being examined to trace the money trail and identify additional accused persons involved in the elaborate fraud scheme. The digital evidence recovered from the devices is expected to provide crucial insights into the modus operandi of the gang and help investigators build a stronger case against all those involved in the conspiracy.
The Cyberabad Police have formed four special teams dedicated to tracing and apprehending the absconding accused. DCP Ch Srinivas stated that the investigation is ongoing and authorities are working to recover the advance money paid by victims who were duped into believing they were purchasing legitimate government land. The case highlights the growing trend of fraudsters using digital platforms and forged official documents to execute large-scale land scams in areas surrounding Hyderabad.
