Nafi Javaid Exposes ‘Curative Survey Scam’: Kashmir’s B-Tech Whistleblower Takes On Deceptive Scheme, Unraveling a Web of Fraud
In the heart of the unsettling ‘Curative Survey Scam’ that gripped Kashmir, a courageous B-Tech student from Kulgam, Nafi Javaid, emerged as the whistleblower, shedding light on the deceptive scheme just two days before public outrage ensued.
Running the ‘Nafxx Tech’ page on social media, Javaid has been actively educating the masses about online frauds and providing technical training. On December 16th, he posted a revealing video on his page, exposing the reality behind the ‘Curative Survey,’ unmasking it as a scam that had deceived hundreds of Kashmiris.
Javaid, no stranger to exposing fraud, stated, “It isn’t the first time; I have exposed a fraud company before the ‘Curative Survey Scam’ as well.” His diligence in responding to inquiries about the company led him to undertake thorough research, uncovering the scam.
The ongoing investigation has brought to light suspicions of collusion with influential figures and scrutiny of social media influencers in Jammu and Kashmir. Bank accounts of the fraudulent company, located at HDFC Marble Market Jammu, ICICI Chhani Himmat Jammu, and Yes Bank Gandhi Nagar Jammu, have been frozen.
In response, the police have lodged an FIR (Number 39/2023), invoking sections 66D of the IT Act and 429 of the IPC. Youtubers who promoted the agency are being summoned, with their gadgets confiscated during the investigation.
Shockingly, victims of the scam include subscribers ranging from students to pensioners and housewives in the Kashmir Valley. Individuals like Shahid Wani from Sopore expressed dismay as their investments, meant for promised returns, vanished when the company abruptly disappeared.
The Chennai-based “Curative Survey” company, which had offices across various districts in the valley, left an estimated ₹59 crores unaccounted for. Even employees, including female staff, fell prey to the scam, with their whereabouts now unknown.
An employee revealed the scam’s modus operandi, describing how outbound calls promised subscribers monthly payments of ₹3000 for fifteen months. The initial deposit of ₹5000 and engagement in surveys was supposed to lead to monthly returns. However, this enticing offer was a ploy to encourage more significant deposits, maximizing profits.
Javaid, committed to uncovering scams and raising awareness, emphasized the lack of awareness as the primary reason behind online frauds in Kashmir. “When people narrate their stories of online frauds to me, I feel very bad. I always try to make people aware and save them from frauds,” he said.
