How Fake IAS Officer Saurabh Tripathi Fooled States, Businessmen, and Officials
Introduction The arrest of Saurabh Tripathi , a 36-year-old impostor who posed as an IAS officer, has shocked officials, businessmen, and even his former classmates. For years, he lived a double life , infiltrated high-security government zones, and conned people across multiple states, exploiting systemic loopholes and the blind trust in bureaucratic authority. Arrest and Seizure of Luxury Assets Tripathi was caught during a routine vehicle checking drive in Lucknow , where police discovered: Six luxury vehicles including Range Rover , Mercedes Benz C 220 , and Toyota Fortuner . Forged government passes and ID cards . Evidence of his fabricated designation as a “Cabinet Special Secretary.” Police confirmed that he lived in upscale apartments in Lucknow and Noida , further strengthening the illusion of power and influence. Tactics of Deception Authorities revealed that Tripathi used confidence and theatrics to gain entry into closed-door government meetings and eve...