# Counterfeit currency operations in Bihar

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/counterfeit-currency-operations-in-bihar
> Updated: 2026-08-15T14:57:35.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Police in Bihar have conducted separate operations targeting counterfeit currency networks.

In Motihari, East Champaran district, authorities dismantled an organized gang that used fake notes and fraudulent promises of wealth to lure victims. The operation resulted in the arrest of nine suspects, including former security personnel, and the seizure of counterfeit 500-rupee notes, cut paper mimicking other denominations, cash, and various items used in the scheme.

In Aurangabad district, police dismantled an interstate syndicate after intercepting a motorcyclist in the Madanpur area. The operation led to the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of 2,48,500 rupees in counterfeit 500-rupee notes. Investigations into both incidents are ongoing to identify further members of these criminal networks.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Aurangabad police dismantle interstate counterfeit currency syndicate

Bihar police arrested two men and seized 2,48,500 rupees in counterfeit 500-rupee notes during an operation against an interstate syndicate in Aurangabad.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aurangabad-police-dismantle-interstate-counterfeit-currency-syndicate

### 2026-07-29: Bihar police bust counterfeit note fraud gang in Motihari

Bihar police arrested nine members of a counterfeit‑note and “double‑money” fraud gang in Motihari, seizing fake 500‑rupee notes, cash and weapons after a secret tip led to raids.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bihar-police-bust-counterfeit-note-fraud-gang-in-motihari

---
Cite as: Counterfeit currency operations in Bihar. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/counterfeit-currency-operations-in-bihar