In a significant move to curb online recruitment scams, the Delhi High Court has restrained several individuals and entities accused of impersonating SNV Aviation Pvt. Ltd. (Akasa Air) and luring job seekers with fake employment offers. The order, passed on 22 December 2025, targets those allegedly misusing the airline’s brand name and trademarks to demand money from unsuspecting applicants.
Background of the Case
SNV Aviation Pvt. Ltd., the company behind Akasa Air, approached the court alleging that fraudulent parties were circulating job offers while illegally using marks like “AKASA”, “AKASA AIR”, “SNV Aviation” and confusingly similar variations such as “AKASHA” and “AKAASA”.
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According to the plaint, the scammers:
- Contacted candidates via calls and emails
- Posed as HR representatives
- Demanded “processing fees” for recruitment
- Used misleading domain names and UPI/bank accounts
The airline highlighted that it never charges money for hiring and claimed reputational harm and loss of public trust.
Court’s Observation
After reviewing the material, Justice Arora noted that the defendants’ conduct showed a clear pattern of fraud and deception.
“The acts clearly amount to misrepresentation and passing off… demanding ‘process fees’ when the Plaintiff follows no such practice.”
– Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora (Order excerpt)
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The court held that SNV Aviation had established a prima facie case, and failing to act could cause irreparable harm to both the brand and the public.
Interim Directions Issued
1. Injunction Against Impersonators (Defendants 1–18)
They are barred from:
- Using Akasa Air’s trademarks in any form
- Operating websites, email IDs or issuing offer letters misusing the brand
- Approaching the public for job offers
2. Domain Registrars Ordered to Act
Platforms like GoDaddy, Hostinger, and SRS AB must suspend and lock impugned domains, including:
hrakasaair.comakaasaservices.comakasaairltd.com
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3. Phone Numbers & UPI IDs to Be Blocked
The court directed MeitY, DoT, NPCI, HDFC Bank, and Canara Bank to:
- Disclose KYC details of accused persons
- Freeze linked accounts/UPI IDs
- Block involved mobile numbers
“Necessary directions be issued to block the mobile numbers… and freeze the UPI IDs used for collecting money.”
– From the Court Order
Next Hearing & Case Status
- Compliance affidavits: within 1–3 weeks
- Next court appearance before Registrar: 03 Feb 2026
- Listing before Court: 22 May 2026
The order concludes by stating it will operate as a certified digital copy, requiring no physical attestation.
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