India
Faridabad CMO Threatened by Man Claiming Rashtrapati Bhavan Appointment, Arrested
A 47‑year‑old man named Rajinder Singh, a resident of Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly impersonating a vigilance department official appointed by Rashtrapati Bhavan and threatening the chief medical officer (CMO) of Faridabad. Singh told officials that he had been sent to investigate a ₹50 lakh diesel scam involving National Health Mission (NHM) ambulances in Faridabad. Police said the incident occurred on Wednesday when CMO Dr. Jayant Ahuja was in his office at Badshah Khan Hospital. Singh barged in, introduced himself as a vigilance officer, and warned that Ahuja would be removed from his post. He claimed he had been appointed by a senior Rashtrapati Bhavan official and wanted to examine records related to alleged irregularities in ambulance fuel reimbursements. Ahuja grew suspicious of Singh’s identity and style of questioning, suspected him of impersonation, and called the police control room. Faridabad police public relations officer Yashpal Yadav said police teams reached the hospital and arrested Singh before taking him to the NIT‑3 police post. Preliminary investigation revealed that Singh’s claimed official identity was false, and further investigation was underway.
Frequently asked questions
Who was arrested for threatening the Faridabad CMO?
47‑year‑old Rajinder Singh of Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh.
What was the alleged reason for Rajinder Singh's visit to Badshah Khan Hospital?
He claimed to investigate a ₹50 lakh diesel scam involving National Health Mission ambulances in Faridabad.
What did the preliminary investigation reveal about Singh's claimed identity?
His claimed official identity was false, and further investigation is underway.