Wikipedia Scam by Neeraj Singh Rajput: A Victim’s Experience and Lessons Learned

I currently work as Senior UI/UX Designer at a design company in South Mumbai. Some of our clients had asked me to create Wikipedia profiles for them, a while ago.

I then began looking for ways to achieve their request, and I came across an advertisement on Instagram offering Wikipedia page creation services. I wrote back to the person behind the ad and he identified himself as Dheeraj Singh Rajput. He’s real name, however, is Neeraj Singh Rajput. (He used his brother’s name to scam me (in my case)). Before a Wikipedia page was made, he said clients or any one else would have to have articles published on news sites he considers credible. He said these articles would be used to create a Wikipedia page.

My clients were already known and had articles publish in major media outlets, and so I assumed this process was going to be easy. But, Neeraj told me, even with the coverage they already had, another five articles had to be published in certain news websites to fulfil the ‘criteria’ for a Wikipedia page. He assured me these profiles should be created once these articles had been published.

This explanation at the time sounded reasonable and I trusted him. I had really no idea I was stepping into a well planned scam.

UPI Payment QR Sent by Neeraj Singh

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How Scammer Neeraj Singh Rajput Gains Trust to Trap Victims: Don’t Fall for His Tricks

The first thing this scammer does is publish his articles in small media outlets like IANS.in and Dainik Bhaskar / DainikBhaskarDigital.com (UP edition) costing only ₹2000 to ₹3000.

The scammer, who is called Neeraj Singh, starts wanting your trust by getting your articles published, as fast as possible, in these smaller outlets. Later on he convinces you that if three or four articles are published in larger media houses, your Wikipedia page will be created.

How Scammer Neeraj Singh Attracts Victims with Big Media Promises

After the scammer Neeraj Singh gains your trust, he will tempt you with an offer to publish news articles in prominent media outlets like India Today, Aaj Tak, Times of India, Hindustan Times, and others. These publications can cost anywhere from ₹40,000 to ₹50,000 or even more.

To proceed, he will demand an advance payment of ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 for the article publication. Additionally, he will ask for a professional fee advance of ₹15,000 to create the Wikipedia page.

The moment you give him your advance payment, he assures you that he will post your articles within 5 6 days. But later on, he will say there is a problem with the media house. After another 5 days, he will tell you that because of heavy workload at the media house, your articles will take an additional week to get published.

After 10-12 days of taking the money, he will claim that his mother is unwell, his sister is unwell, or that there is a medical emergency at his home.

Scammer Neeraj Singh Rajput generates leads for Wikipedia and Press Release services by running ads on Instagram. It usually takes him 10 to 15 days to collect advance payments from people who trust him. Once he receives the money, he stops answering calls, and after a few weeks, switches off his phone number. He then begins running new ads under a different name, with a new phone number and a new company identity.

Cyber Crime Police Complaint Filed Against Neeraj Singh, the Scammer

Who is Neeraj Singh Rajput? Unmasking the Wikipedia and Fake PR Scammer

Neeraj Singh Rajput is a man associated with the film industry. As we know, the film industry often revolves around appearances and showmanship. To maintain this glamorous lifestyle, Neeraj Singh Rajput started running online scams involving fake press releases and Wikipedia page creation scams.

Scammer Neeraj Singh – Waft Studios, Waft Original Launching Their Fake PR Agency to Scam Peoples

After searching on the internet, we found that Neeraj Singh Rajput has created many profiles in the name of different business professions.

We checked his IMDb profile, which states that he was born on 15th August 1990 in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. His father’s name is Virendra Singh, and his brother’s name is Dheeraj Singh.

https://www.instagram.com/neerajsinghofficial1

https://m.imdb.com/name/nm6824712

https://www.linkedin.com/in/neeraj-singh-4515511b2

His linkedin profile shows –
Neeraj Singh
Film Director at Waft Original

Initially Neeraj Singh started working on Wikipedia and Press Release on the Name of Waft Studios.

When you visit his Google Business page, you’ll find numerous negative reviews from people who attempted to get their Wikipedia work done through him. Almost everyone has stated that after taking their money, he either delayed the work indefinitely or didn’t deliver at all.

Waft Studios Google Business Page Link

Bank Account Details Provided By Neeraj Singh to Scam People

Account Holder- World Wide Media
Account Number – 60480977149
IFSC- MAHB0001112
Bank Name- Bank Of Maharashtra

How Neeraj Singh Scams People in the Name of Wikipedia and Fake Press Release (PR) Campaign

Neeraj Singh, who runs advertisements on platforms like Instagram promoting Wikipedia, rides of press release services and more. The purpose behind these ads is that they’re meant to look professional and reliable, so that people as well as businesses can grab some online exposure.

Avoid ads that promise Wikipedia pages and 20 articles for just ₹15,000. Such offers are scams designed to lure unsuspecting victims. Always verify the legitimacy of such claims before proceeding.

How can we avoid fake Wikipedia scammers and fraudulent PR agencies?

1. Verify Contact Responsiveness
   Scammers like Neeraj Singh avoid answering unknown numbers. Call from 2-3 different numbers to confirm if they remain responsive after taking your money.
2. Check Social Media Profiles
   Look at their Instagram or Facebook profile. If it was created recently, it’s a clear sign the company was set up for scamming.
3. Examine the Company Address
   Check the company’s address. Scammers often avoid providing complete details like an office number and only mention a building floor or plot number. Legitimate businesses usually have a Google Business page with reviews.
4. Check Google Business Page and Reviews
   If the company does not have a Google Business page or any reviews, it’s a clear indication of a scam.
5. Use Bank Transfers, Not UPI
   Always transfer money to the company’s bank account. Ensure the account name matches the name they use in their advertisements.
6. Request a Proforma GST Invoice
   Ask for a GST invoice, validate the GST number, and confirm its authenticity online before proceeding.
7. Verify Website Details
   If the company lacks a website, avoid them. If they have more than two contact numbers on their website, call all numbers to ensure they are active.

By following these steps, you can protect yourself from falling victim to scams. Always investigate thoroughly before making any payments.

If you’ve experienced a similar scam, reach out to our team. We’ll publish your story to raise awareness and do our best to assist you in every possible way.