In a shocking revelation, an Indian engineer has been arrested in Saudi Arabia for allegedly using a fake degree for over three decades. According to reports, the engineer had secured employment and held significant positions in the Kingdom based on a forged engineering certificate issued 30 years ago.
Saudi authorities reportedly discovered discrepancies during a routine document verification process, leading to the engineer’s arrest. The accused is now facing legal proceedings, and his case has sparked debate over the effectiveness of background checks, both in India and abroad.
This case highlights the risks associated with document fraud and raises questions about the employment verification processes followed by foreign companies hiring expatriates. Indian authorities have yet to comment on whether an investigation will be launched into how the fake degree was originally obtained.
