Chennai police uncover medical admission scam involving forged NRI certificates

The crime branch in Chennai has uncovered a large network of educational counselling centres involved in a scam manipulating medical admissions under the NRI quota. Investigators found forged certificates used by doctors and students, leading to cancelled admissions. Raids on eight private institutions revealed sophisticated document-forging equipment and numerous fraudulent documents. Authorities seized 105 incriminating items, including computers and seals, and are examining the financial transactions of these centres. The Directorate of Medical Education is reviewing past NRI quota admissions and implementing stricter verification protocols. The Tamil Nadu Medical Council has been informed, and new regulations are being considered to prevent future fraud in medical admissions.