Assam Trading Scam: Accused in Rs 2,200 Cr Scam, Actress Sumi Borah Surrenders With Husband

Guwahati: Assamese Actor, choreographer Sumi Borah, along with her husband Tarkik Borah, have surrendered to the police in connection with the Rs 2,200-crore stock trading scam in Assam , after police issued a look-out notice against them.  

Before surrendering, Sumi Borah, who is also a social media influencer, posted a video expressing her frustration over what she called a "media trial." She clarified that she had not been absconding but had been in hiding.  

In her video statement, Sumi Borah denied the majority of the accusations, claiming that "not even 10%" of them were true. She explained that she had remained silent because she had been a victim of harassment and was not mentally prepared to speak out. However, she expressed her willingness to cooperate with the police.

The couple surrendered to Dibrugarh Police after evading arrest for 10 days. Along with them, Sumi Borah's brother Rajib Borah and sister-in-law had also been avoiding arrest while reportedly hiding in Teok, Jorhat, Assam .

As per reports, Sumi Borah allegedly received Rs 20 crore from Bishal Phukan, the mastermind behind the scam, who also funded the Borahs' wedding in Rajasthan last year. Phukan is said to have spent lavishly on her.

What is 2,200 Cr Trading Scam

The Assam online trading scam, orchestrated by Bishal Phukan, involved luring investors with promises of a 30% return within two months. Phukan, along with other accused including the Borahs, Swapnanil Das, Ranjit Kakati, and Hemen Rabha, used their social media influence and extravagant lifestyles to deceive more than 1,500 investors. Lavish parties and connections to the Assamese film industry were used to attract investors.

Phukan was arrested earlier this month following a raid by Dibrugarh Police at his residence.