Assam investment scam: Choreographer Sumi Borah declared 'Most Wanted'

Dibrugarh: Dibrugarh police have issued a "most wanted" notice for Sumi Borah, her husband Tarkik Borah, and two others believed to be her brother and sister-in-law for their alleged involvement stock market investment scam in Assam.

The move comes amid an ongoing investigation into their alleged involvement in a Rs 2,200 crore online trading scam.

Dibrugarh Superintendent of Police (SP) Rakesh Reddy told reporters that despite serving notices, the individuals failed to appear before the authorities.

"We have arrested two persons in connection with the case and seized 18 bank accounts belonging to Bishal Phukan, the mastermind behind the scam. Based on the evidence, we are verifying everything," Reddy said.

Police sources revealed that Sumi Borah received Rs 20 crore in her bank account from Phukan. The controversial Assamese actress and choreographer is accused of enticing investors to Phukan's company with promises of lucrative returns through online trading.

The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the quartet, who are now officially designated as "most wanted" fugitives.