Tumakuru, Jan. 28 -- Aadhaar cards of villagers used to obtain Rs. 50 lakh loan from microfinance companies

A couple from Doddahosahalli in Puravara hobli, Madhugiri taluk, has gone missing after allegedly securing loans worth several lakhs of rupees from microfinance companies using the identities of unsuspecting villagers.

The accused, identified as Prathap and Ratnamma, disappeared mysteriously two months ago. Their fraudulent activities came to light only recently when around 35 villagers began receiving repayment notices from microfinance companies.

According to the villagers, the couple, who were well-educated and trusted in the community, gained their confidence by claiming they were in financial distress.

They collected Aadhaa...