Guwahati: Accused in the multi-crore financial fraud case, ‘actress’ Sumi Borah has been granted bail by the Gauhati High Court in a case registered at Dibrugarh Police Station.
However, Sumi will remain in custody as she is involved in two other cases related to the same scam, registered at Borbaruah and Duliajan Police Stations.
The multi-crore online trading scam has shaken Assam, with Sumi Borah and her husband Tarkik Borah at the center of the controversy. The couple, once known for their contributions to the Assamese entertainment industry, are now embroiled in a complex legal battle.
The scandal, which surfaced in September 2024, involves an alleged fraud worth Rs 2,200 crore through fraudulent online stock market investments. The investigation led to the arrest of Bishal Phukan, the alleged mastermind, who had ties to the Borah couple.
Following days on the run, Sumi and Tarkik Borah surrendered to the police in Dibrugarh. Despite her surrender, Sumi has maintained her innocence, claiming to be a victim of a media trial and misinformation.
The case has raised concerns about the vulnerabilities in online trading platforms and the role of public figures in such scams. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged the public to be cautious and avoid investments through unauthorized channels.
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