Mandsaur Honey Trap Case: Railway Staff Duped of ₹21 Lakh

Mandsaur honey trap case surfaces as railway employee allegedly blackmailed with videos, forced to pay over ₹21 lakh under threat of false rape charges.

A case of alleged honey trapping and extortion has come to light from Mandsaur district, where a railway employee was reportedly duped of over ₹21 lakh after being lured into a relationship through social media. Police said a complaint has been registered following allegations made by the victim’s wife, and an investigation is underway.

Social Media Contact

According to initial reports, the accused woman, identified as Pooja alias Siya Chauhan from Sitamau, allegedly targeted the victim after learning about his job in the railways. Officials said she initiated contact around April 25, 2025, through phone calls and social media platforms.

Over time, the interaction developed into what the victim believed was a personal relationship. Sources familiar with the matter indicated that the contact was sustained and calculated, eventually leading to in-person meetings.

Drugging and Filming

The complaint alleges that the woman later called the victim to a house in the Ramtekri area of Mandsaur. During the meeting, she is accused of offering him a cold drink laced with a sedative substance, causing him to lose consciousness.

While he was in that condition, objectionable photos and videos were allegedly recorded without his consent. Investigators believe these recordings were later used as tools for blackmail.

Blackmail Begins

Once the victim regained consciousness, he was reportedly threatened with the release of the videos. The accused allegedly warned him of dire consequences, including being implicated in a false rape case.

Police officials said the victim, fearing social stigma and legal trouble, began transferring money to the accused over multiple transactions. “Initial findings suggest sustained financial coercion,” an officer said, requesting anonymity as the probe is ongoing.

₹21 Lakh Extortion

The victim, who resides in railway quarters in Daloda, is said to have transferred approximately ₹21.13 lakh into accounts linked to the accused. In addition to bank transfers, cash payments were also reportedly made.

According to the complaint, the financial strain was severe. The victim allegedly took loans and diverted a large portion of his salary to meet the demands. Family members later noticed irregularities in finances, which eventually led to the complaint being filed.

Threats and Pressure

The accused woman is also said to have claimed connections with influential individuals and police personnel, allegedly using this to intimidate the victim further. When he resisted making additional payments, she reportedly threatened to file a false rape complaint and have him dismissed from his job.

The victim has also alleged that the accused created disturbances near his residence and issued threats to his life when confronted.

Police Investigation Underway

Following the complaint, police at Sitamau police station registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including provisions related to extortion, criminal intimidation, and other offences.

Station in-charge Kamlesh Prajapati confirmed that the matter is being treated seriously. “All aspects are being examined carefully. We are also looking into whether more individuals are involved,” he said.

Separate teams have reportedly been formed to trace the accused and verify financial transactions. Officials said the possibility of a larger honey trap network has not been ruled out at this stage.

Wider Concerns Raised

The case has once again highlighted the risks associated with online interactions and the growing number of honey trap-related complaints across parts of Madhya Pradesh. While police have urged caution, they also emphasised the importance of reporting such incidents promptly.

As the Mandsaur honey trap case unfolds, investigators are expected to scrutinise digital evidence, financial trails, and communication records to establish the full extent of the alleged crime.