QNet, MLM scheme, Facing difficulties, Fraud allegation, India Post and Bluedart Halt services and more..
Due to the suspension of courier services by India Post and Blue Dart, QNet, a controversial multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme, and its Indian franchisee Vihaan Direct Selling (India) Pvt Ltd, have experienced yet another setback. This choice was made in response to ongoing criminal charges against the firm and judicial scrutiny. Let’s examine the latest QNet developments, including the legal actions, regulatory actions, and law enforcement agencies’ responses.
Withdrawal of Courier Services:
Per a mandate from the registrar of companies (RoC), India Post and Blue Dart have stopped offering courier services to Vihaan Direct Selling. The letter from the senior superintendent of Bengaluru’s post offices outlined the service suspension as a result of Vihaan’s involvement in multiple criminal cases and legal actions. This action highlights the mounting apprehension regarding the company’s activities and their consequences for customers.
Law Enforcement Actions:
The directorate of enforcement (ED) and the Cyberabad City Police, among other law enforcement organizations, have taken firm action against QNet and its associates. Under the direction of VC Sajjanar, the Cyberabad police detained 58 independent QNet representatives in relation to incidents of fraud and deception totaling ₹1 billion. In addition, as part of an inquiry into money laundering, the ED blocked 36 bank accounts connected to Vihaan Direct Selling, totaling over ₹90 crore.
Legal Actions and Regulatory Exams:
Over the years, QNet has been the target of legal actions, with charges brought against it for alleged fraud. The ED filed a case in 2014 over the Rs425 crore QNet scam, citing Vihaan Direct Selling, QNet Ltd., and important participants in the scheme. In addition, the government intervened to stop multilevel marketing (MLM) activities by starting winding-up procedures against Vihaan Direct Selling through the departments of consumer affairs and corporate affairs.
Judicial Observations and Consequences:
QNet’s business activities have been subject to critical observations based on judicial investigation. Judge Mridula Bhatkar of the Bombay High Court denounced the deception and fraud carried out under the pretense of e-marketing and commerce, even as she denied motions for anticipatory bail in the QNet scam. The seriousness of the matter and the requirement for strong punishment against offenders are reflected in the court’s position.
MLM Operations’ Persistence:
MLM operations such as QNet persist in their success in the face of legal lawsuits and regulatory interventions, which presents a challenge to consumer protection initiatives. QNet, which was formerly known as QuestNet and GoldQuest, changed its name and is currently doing business in India as Vihaan Direct Selling Pvt Ltd. The rise in popularity of these scams shows how attractive fast money and high-growth professions are even in the face of hazards and legal ramifications.
An additional setback to QNet in India’s legal and regulatory environment is the recent suspension of India Post and Blue Dart’s courier services to Vihaan Direct Selling. The MLM scheme is facing increasing difficulties due to continuous criminal charges, regulatory scrutiny, and judicial criticism. The endurance of these operations, however, emphasizes the necessity of law enforcement organizations, regulators, and consumers working together in unison to address fraudulent behaviors in the multilevel marketing sector.
