Overview
- The CBI took into custody Pappu Singh, Rajesh Kumar and Mahendra Kumar on June 24 and 25, 2025.
- Authorities say the trio conspired to use fake stamps between May 2023 and November 2024 to send registered articles valued at Rs 2.78 crore.
- Official records show the Lakhaoti post office sold only Rs 28 lakh in genuine stamps, resulting in a Rs 2.5 crore loss for India Post.
- The case was registered on December 19, 2024 after the Bulandshahar Postal Department filed a complaint about irregular stamp sales.
- All three accused were presented before a court following the arrests and the investigation remains active as the CBI reviews material evidence.