A shocking case of surrogacy fraud has come to light in Hyderabad, where a couple discovered that the baby they received through a surrogacy arrangement was not biologically related to them. A routine DNA test revealed the mismatch, triggering an investigation that has now led to the arrest of 10 people, including a doctor believed to be at the center of the operation.

The couple had gone through what they thought was a legitimate surrogacy process with a well-known clinic. But after doubts arose regarding the child’s resemblance, they decided to go for a DNA test. The result showed that neither parent shared any biological link with the baby — a discovery that turned their world upside down.

Police investigations revealed a disturbing racket involving swapped embryos, falsified documents, and unregulated fertility procedures. Among those arrested is a senior doctor who allegedly coordinated the scam along with staff members and agents. Authorities say the group has been operating for some time, targeting couples desperate to become parents.

This case highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations and transparency in the surrogacy and IVF industry. While India has been a hub for fertility tourism in the past, scandals like this raise serious concerns about ethics and accountability.

The couple is now in legal proceedings, hoping to get clarity and justice, while officials continue their probe to identify other potential victims.