THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
New Delhi, Feb 5: The sudden closure of all FIITJEE centres in Jharkhand has left students and their families in shock. Hundreds of students have been left in limbo, with their futures at risk, while parents have lost crores of rupees in fees. Many families now feel deceived by the institute.
Ganesh Agarwal, a resident of Doranda and the father of one of the affected students, has filed an FIR against FIITJEE at the Doranda police station. The complaint names several individuals, including local management member Randhir Kumar, FIITJEE director D.K. Goyal, and others—Vikas Chandra, Rakesh Kumar, Anil, and Siddharth.
FIITJEE’s Expensive Fees
A parent who had enrolled their child at FIITJEE revealed that the institute charged between ₹2 to ₹4 lakh per student. In Ranchi alone, more than 500 students were enrolled, meaning parents’ financial losses could amount to several crores.
Confusion Over Admissions to Aakash Institute and INVICTUS
In their police complaint, parents have raised concerns about the actions of FIITJEE’s local management member, Randhir Kumar. They allege that he is misleading students and pressuring them to take admission at either Aakash Institute or INVICTUS Institute. Given the circumstances, parents suspect that these institutes may also be involved in FIITJEE’s alleged fraudulent activities.
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Students’ Mental Well-Being in Jeopardy
Parents have informed the police that the abrupt closure of FIITJEE has severely affected their children’s mental well-being. Many students are experiencing distress, especially with crucial exams approaching, including board exams, NEET, and JEE. While students are struggling with uncertainty, parents are also facing the challenge of finding an alternative institute for their children’s studies.
Noida Police Freezes FIITJEE Bank Accounts Amid Fraud Investigation
In a similar development and mounting troubles for FIITJEE, Noida Police has begun the process of freezing bank accounts linked to FIITJEE coaching institute following its closure and the registration of a case against its operators. Reports indicate that several bank accounts have already been frozen, with sources claiming that these accounts hold crores of rupees.
Earlier, a case was registered at Sector 58 police station against FIITJEE owner Dinesh Goyal and other operators after the institute shut down its classes. Serious charges, including criminal conspiracy and criminal breach of trust, have been filed against Dinesh Goyal and eight others. The Sector 58 police station is currently investigating the case.
During the investigation, police reportedly discovered over 300 bank accounts linked to FIITJEE. One private bank account containing ₹60 lakh has already been seized.
According to DCP Rambadan Singh, details of other bank accounts are being examined, and they will also be frozen.
In this case, police have recorded statements from 31 former teachers and 250 parents. FIITJEE owner Dinesh Goyal has also been summoned to provide his statement. Complainants have accused FIITJEE of fraud. DCP Rambadan Singh stated that the case involves criminal conspiracy and could potentially include money laundering. The investigation is ongoing.