Bengaluru Techie Loses Rs 48 Lakh To Fake Ayurvedic Sex Cure

Believing that he needed to complete the full course, he went as far as taking a bank loan of Rs 20 lakh. (Image: AI generated)

A Bengaluru software professional, already dealing with a lingering health concern, came across an unfamiliar roadside setup while returning from a hospital visit in the city. Curious about the quiet tent and the claims displayed outside, he decided to step in and ask a few questions. What followed over the next several weeks was a series of decisions and interactions that gradually pulled him deeper into a situation he had not anticipated.

A Personal Health Issue Turns Into A Trap

Tejas, a software professional, had been undergoing treatment for a sensitive sexual health problem at a multi speciality hospital in Kengeri, Bengaluru. He was hoping the medical course would eventually help him recover.

But the sight of a roadside tent promising Ayurvedic solutions created a moment of temptation. For someone looking for privacy and faster relief, the setup appeared harmless and discreet. Without giving it much thought, he walked in.

A Roadside Tent And A Guruji With Big Claims

Inside the tent sat a man who introduced himself as Vinay Guruji. The boards outside listed several claims about curing sexual problems through Ayurvedic methods that supposedly required secrecy and personalised attention.

The techie narrated his issue. Guruji confidently said he could solve everything with rare ingredients and traditional formulations unavailable anywhere else. This reassurance, offered in a quiet corner of the road, was enough to make the victim return again.

Guruji told the techie that the main medicine needed was a rare substance called Devaraj Booti. The quoted price was around Rs 1.5 lakh for just one gram. Tejas, anxious and convinced by the promise of a complete cure, agreed. He paid Rs 1.6 lakh in cash for a single gram of the substance.

The conditions imposed were unusual. No online payment. No bringing anyone along. Every purchase had to be made alone. These demands created a controlled environment where the victim felt compelled to continue without consulting anyone else.

Lakhs Spent In Small Installments

After the first transaction, the pattern became easier for the fraudster to maintain. Guruji claimed the treatment required multiple rounds of medicine. The techie made repeated visits and spent around Rs 17 lakh in small instalments.

Believing that he needed to complete the full course, he went as far as taking a bank loan of Rs 20 lakh. Another so called product named Bhavan Booti Oil was added to the list, further increasing the expenses. Each visit deepened his financial commitment and made it emotionally harder to walk away.

Despite months of following instructions and consuming the medicines, Tejas noticed no improvement in his condition. When he questioned Guruji, the tone changed dramatically. Instead of addressing the concerns, the self styled healer allegedly threatened him.

He warned that the problem would worsen if the treatment was stopped midway. This added fear pushed the techie into silence and confusion for a period, preventing him from seeking help elsewhere.

Kidney Damage From The Fake Medicines

As time passed, Tejas began experiencing health issues unrelated to his original concern. Feeling unusually weak, he finally visited a hospital for a detailed check up. Blood tests revealed kidney damage.

Doctors indicated that the substances he had consumed in the name of Ayurvedic treatment were likely responsible for this deterioration. The extent of financial loss and physical harm became clear only at this stage.

Realising he had been cheated, Tejas filed a complaint at the Jnanabharati police station. A case has been registered against Vinay Guruji and Vijayalakshmi Ayurvedic, the entity associated with the tent.

Police are now examining the money trail, the medicine claims, and whether more people have fallen victim to the same setup. The incident adds to a growing list of frauds targeting individuals dealing with private medical issues.

A Larger Warning

This case highlights how scams are no longer limited to online messages or fake calls. Roadside tents, miracle cure boards, and self proclaimed healers continue to exploit sensitive health concerns. Many victims remain silent due to embarrassment, which allows such operations to survive.

For any personal health issue, consulting recognised medical professionals is the safest choice. Cash only demands, secrecy conditions, and pressure to avoid family involvement are clear signs that something is wrong. In this case, the cost was not just Rs 48 lakh. It was the victim’s health.