In Ahmedabad, a 40-year-old laundryman fell victim to a conman who posed as an ascetic and duped him of Rs 3 lakh in cash and jewellery. The fraudster promised the laundryman wealth through rituals, convincing him to hand over the money. However, all the victim received in return was a pot of dried flowers, leading to suspicions about the scam. The laundryman realized the deception when the conman made further expensive demands. This incident highlights the prevalence of fraud and the importance of staying vigilant against such scams in India.