Meerut, March 26 -- A pension fraud has been exposed in the Daurala area of Meerut, where a deceased woman was shown as "alive" for years to siphon off pension funds amounting to over Rs.44 lakh.

The matter came to light following administrative intervention, prompting legal action after initial police inaction.

Following court directives, the police have now registered a case against the woman's son Prem Singh and his unidentified accomplices under sections related to fraud and forgery.

Circle officer Prakash Chandra Agarwal, who is overseeing the investigation, stated that the matter is being probed thoroughly and assured strict action will be taken.

According to officials, the case pertains to Shanti Devi, resident of Shahpur Jadee...