Dwarka, Gujarat - The Special Operations Group (SOG) team in Dwarka has cracked down on a fake marksheet and certificate scam, arresting a suspect and seizing 66 counterfeit class 10th marksheets. The arrest took place on Parodia Road, Salaya, and has brought to light yet another scandal in Gujarat's education sector, following recent reports of dummy candidates and leaked exam papers.
In addition to the fake marksheets, the SOG team also recovered a forged certificate of the Standard of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) from the accused, identified as Azim Dungda. During interrogation, Dungda revealed that residents of Salaya and other areas who sought high-paying jobs on ships or boats abroad required a 10th standard marksheet to obtain the mandatory STCW certificate.
Dungda had been producing counterfeit class 10th marksheets, charging clients between 35,000 and 40,000 rupees for each document. Along with the fake marksheets, the SOG team also seized computer printers and other equipment used in the forgery operation.
Further questioning of the accused could lead to the identification of more individuals involved in the scam. A complaint has been filed against Azim Dungda at the Salaya Marine Police Station as the investigation continues.
