A major fraud involving the illegal issuance of Learning Driving Licences through unauthorized websites has been uncovered following a complaint filed by officials from the Regional Transport Office (RTO), Mumbai.
Complaint Filed at Azad Maidan
The complaint was lodged at Azad Maidan Police Station by Pranavkumar Raghunath Kemble, 32, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector posted at the Transport Commissioner’s Office, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai. The complaint was filed under official outward number dated February 4, 2026, after internal verification and investigation.
Earlier Jalna Case Trigger
According to the First Information Report (FIR), the Transport Commissioner’s Office had earlier held a review meeting following a similar offence registered in Jalna district in November 2025 regarding the illegal issuance of learner’s licences. Senior officials directed a detailed inquiry into possible misuse of unauthorized websites within their jurisdiction.
Agents Bypass Mandatory Test
During the investigation, officials discovered that certain private agents were allegedly facilitating the issuance of Learning Licences without applicants appearing for the mandatory examination. The fraudulent services were reportedly being offered through unauthorized websites.
False Claims on Portals
The websites allegedly claimed that applicants could obtain a Learning Licence without appearing for the official test conducted through the government’s SARATHI (Faceless Learning Licence) portal.
Verification Through SARATHI Portal
To verify the authenticity of these claims, RTO officials conducted a test application process through the official SARATHI portal and cross-checked the functioning of the suspicious websites. The inquiry revealed that the unauthorized platforms were misleading applicants and attempting to interfere with the official licensing system.
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Police Launch Detailed Probe
Based on the findings, a case has been registered under relevant sections of law. Inspector Dnyaneshwar Shriram Avhad has been appointed as the Investigating Officer to probe the matter further.
Focus on Website Operators
Police officials stated that the investigation will focus on identifying the operators of the websites, tracking financial transactions, and determining the scale of the fraud. Authorities have also appealed to citizens not to use unauthorized agents or websites for obtaining driving licences and to rely only on official government portals. Further investigation is underway.
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