22/06/2026
𝐈𝐂𝐑 𝐍𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 ₹𝟑𝟒.𝟑𝟑 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞
In a major breakthrough, Banderdewa Police have arrested the prime accused in a high-value financial fraud case involving the alleged cheating of an investor of over ₹34.33 crore through a sophisticated scheme of forged government documents, impersonation, and false claims of political and bureaucratic influence.
The accused, identified as Rishiraj Borkotoky (41) of Guwahati, Assam, was apprehended on June 20 following a detailed investigation conducted under the supervision of SP ICR Naharlagun Dr. Nyelam Nega. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly persuaded the investor to fund a proposed Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA) manufacturing project in Assam by portraying himself as a well-connected businessman and allegedly producing forged documents purportedly issued by senior government authorities.
Investigators also uncovered the alleged use of a fake WhatsApp account bearing the profile picture of a prominent political leader, along with photographs and communications intended to create a false impression of high-level connections. During the operation, police seized five mobile phones and a Mercedes-Benz GLE 400D luxury vehicle valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore.
Preliminary findings from the investigation, including scrutiny of bank records, electronic communications, KYC documents, screenshots, and suspected forged documents, have corroborated key aspects of the complaint. Police are now tracing the money trail, examining the involvement of associates and linked entities, and conducting forensic analysis of seized devices to uncover the full extent of the alleged conspiracy.
ICR Naharlagun Police have reaffirmed their commitment to recovering the proceeds of crime, identifying all beneficiaries and co-conspirators, and bringing those responsible to justice. The public has also been urged to exercise caution while making investments and to verify claims of government approvals or official patronage through authorized channels before committing funds.
