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  • A counterfeit currency racket is openly operating in Guwahati and other parts of the state
  • The gang openly posts videos showcasing counterfeit currency along with phone numbers
  • They offer an enticing deal of Rs 5 lakh in counterfeit notes for Rs 2 lakh in real currency

Digital Desk: A counterfeit currency racket is openly operating in Guwahati, exploiting social media platforms, particularly Instagram, for their illegal activities.


The gang openly posts videos showcasing counterfeit currency along with phone numbers.


Operating under an account named anshu_sharmaji8, they advertise fake currency and even offer free samples to those who reach out via the provided contact details.


Their operation involves circulating counterfeit money in the market, compelling buyers to return and purchase more fake currency for continued use.


They offer an enticing deal of Rs 5 lakh in counterfeit notes for Rs 2 lakh in real currency.


This illicit network is not confined to Guwahati but has spread to other parts of the state.


Despite the illegal nature of their activities, the gang continues to operate freely and expands their reach without significant hindrance.


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