Bhopal Doctor Alleges ₹20 Lakh Extortion

A case has been registered against a woman in Bhopal for allegedly extorting nearly ₹20 lakh from a government doctor by threatening to implicate him in a false rape case. Dr Himanshu Jaiswar, a resident of Arera Colony, filed the complaint with Habibganj police.

According to the complaint, Dr Jaiswar met the woman through a former official of the Madhya Pradesh health department, where he has been employed since 2013. The woman initially befriended Dr Jaiswar's wife and gained access to the family.

The doctor alleged that the woman sought financial assistance from him on several occasions, citing personal crises, illness, and house loan repayments. He lent her around ₹12 lakh over a period. In return, she gave him a cheque for ₹5 lakh and asked him not to deposit it without her consent.

However, when Dr Jaiswar started demanding his money back, the woman allegedly threatened to implicate him in a false rape case and ruin his career and reputation. Out of fear, Dr Jaiswar paid her ₹12.5 lakh in August 2025 and another ₹7.5 lakh in November 2025.

The doctor further alleged that the woman continued to blackmail him through phone calls and WhatsApp messages, threatening to circulate audio recordings and personal photographs on social media. She also allegedly threatened his wife and minor son while demanding an additional sum of ₹25 lakh.

The incident highlights the issue of extortion and blackmail in the city. The police are investigating the matter and have registered a case against the woman.

The case is a reminder of the need for awareness and caution when dealing with strangers, even if they are introduced through acquaintances. It also underscores the importance of reporting such incidents to the authorities without delay.

The Madhya Pradesh health department has not commented on the matter. The police are still investigating the case and have not disclosed the identity of the woman.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of government employees in the city. The police have assured that they will take necessary action to prevent such incidents in the future.

In conclusion, the case of Dr Jaiswar is a serious one, and the authorities must take swift action to bring the perpetrators to justice. It is also essential for the public to be aware of such incidents and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.