In a shocking cyber-crime case rooted in Nawada, Bihar, law enforcement has busted a bizarre racket falsely offering lucrative “pregnancy job” opportunities—advertising payments of ₹5–10 lakh for helping women conceive. The scam preyed on India’s youth, promising quick money through social media manipulation and exploiting vulnerable individuals
How the Scam Worked
Operatives posing as “All India Pregnant Job Company” ran sensational advertisements on Facebook and WhatsApp, stating:
“Make me pregnant, and get ₹5 lakh—or ₹50,000 even if unsuccessful.” indiatoday.in+2ndtv.com+2timesofindia.indiatimes.com+2indiatoday.in+4indiatoday.in+4facebook.com+4
They lured jobless men with professional-looking ads featuring stock videos and fake testimonials. To “apply,” victims were required to pay registration and documentation fees—ranging from ₹799 to ₹20,000—using UPI and QR codes. The gang even promised perks such as free smartphones and laptops to boost credibility.
The Psychology Behind the Ruse
Authorities confirm the scam targeted unemployed, financially strained youth and women—particularly those seeking to start families. Manipulative tactics included offering up to ₹5 lakh for what they called a “pregnancy job,” and reassuring victims they’d receive partial payment even if conception failed.
Arrests & Police Action in Nawada
A Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Cyber DSP Priya Jyoti, arrested 26-year-old Rajesh Kumar—the alleged mastermind—and three accomplices (including minors from Kunj village near Nawada). Authorities seized five smartphones, fake job cards, commission records, and registration documentation.
They have opened an FIR under relevant IT Act and consumer protection statutes. The group reportedly employed elaborate setups—fake telecom job offers, “pregnancy job” postings, and “Playboy service” schemes—to siphon money from nationwide victims in a fraud ring operating since 2023
💬 Community Impact and Victim Stories
Many victims, mainly low-income youth, lost anywhere from ₹799 to several thousand rupees, only to fall deeper into false promises and extortion . One victim from Nawada was coaxed into paying ₹4,500 for fake medical tests and ₹7,998 toward “GST charges,” receiving nothing in return .
Wider Context: A Growing Cyber Threat
Nawada police confirm this is their third such cyber-fraud unveiling since 2023, marking a disturbing rise in bizarre digital scams
Similar scams have been flagged in Bihar and across India, all targeting desperate individuals chasing unrealistic financial gains.
Missed by many due to embarrassment, these scams often go unreported, enabling perpetrators to continue unchecked. Experts now warn against spreading or engaging with sensationalized “pregnancy job” ads on social media.
Advice for Safeguarding Against Such Scams
| Do’s | Don’ts |
|---|---|
| Ignore “pregnancy job” ads offering ₹5–10 lakh | Don’t pay any upfront “registration” or “documentation” fees |
| Verify legitimacy via official websites | Avoid sharing Aadhaar, PAN, photos, or selfies |
| Report suspicious schemes to cyber cell | Don’t respond to unsolicited messages promising large sums |
Final Thoughts
The “pregnancy job” scam jolts us into the realities of digital deception—where inventive fraudsters prey on financial desperation and deep-seated vulnerabilities. With ₹5–10 lakh dangling as bait, victims miss the signs of a trap until it’s too late.
This case underscores the urgent need for digital literacy and awareness. If the scam is left unchecked, more lives—and wallets—will be damaged.
