1. Overview and Purpose of This Notice

Avernac Enterprises Private Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Avernac" or "the Company") is issuing this formal public notice to categorically alert the general public, our existing clients, prospective business partners, vendors, trade associates, and all stakeholders regarding a growing and deeply concerning pattern of fraudulent activity being carried out by unknown and unauthorized individuals who are illegally impersonating the Company.

It has come to our attention through multiple reports received from members of the public and trade community that certain bad actors are using the name, brand identity, logo, and official documentation of Avernac without any authorization whatsoever, to deceive individuals into entering into fake business transactions, extracting advance payments, and misappropriating funds under false pretenses.

This notice is issued in the public interest and serves as a formal, legally acknowledged declaration that Avernac has no connection, affiliation, or association with any such unauthorized communications, transactions, representations, or individuals. Anyone who has been approached by such fraudsters or who suspects they may have been targeted is strongly urged to read this notice carefully in its entirety.

2. Nature and Pattern of the Fraud Being Reported

If you are currently impersonating Avernac, using our documents without authorization, or collecting payments in our name, understand this clearly: you are not anonymous. Digital transactions leave trails. Phone numbers are traceable. WhatsApp accounts are recoverable. Bank transfers are reversible and linked to verified identities. The Indian Cyber Crime Cell, the Enforcement Directorate, and law enforcement agencies at the state and national level have proven tools and processes to identify, locate, and prosecute individuals engaged in exactly this kind of fraud. Avernac has already engaged legal counsel and is actively working with these agencies. Individuals engaged in impersonating Avernac are strongly advised to cease all such activity immediately. Any further action after the publication of this notice will be treated as willful, premeditated fraud with full awareness of consequences.

2.1 How These Fraudsters Typically Operate

The impersonators operate with a level of sophistication that is designed specifically to appear credible. They take deliberate steps to make their approach feel legitimate, which is why many people find it difficult to identify the fraud until it is too late. Typically, these individuals will:

• Approach potential victims via random or unverified mobile numbers, WhatsApp accounts, or email addresses that do not belong to Avernac's official verified channels.
• Introduce themselves as representatives, agents, employees, or associates of Avernac Enterprises Private Limited, sometimes citing fabricated designations such as 'Regional Manager', 'Trade Executive', or 'Procurement Head'.
• Present seemingly official documents such as forged or misappropriated copies of our GST Certificate, Import Export Code (IEC), company registration documents, trade agreements, or invoices to establish false credibility.
• Offer products, services, or business opportunities that appear highly attractive and often come with unusually favorable terms, which are designed to lower the guard of the target.
• Create a false sense of urgency, insisting that the offer is time-limited and that immediate payment or commitment is required to secure the deal.
• Request advance payments, security deposits, confirmation fees, or registration charges to be transferred via personal UPI IDs, wallets such as PhonePe or Google Pay, or informal bank accounts that have no relation to Avernac.
• Use a combination of psychological pressure tactics to prevent the victim from taking time to verify the communication through official channels.
• Disappear immediately after receiving payment, becoming unreachable and leaving the victim without recourse.

2.2 Specific Red Flags to Watch For

If any of the following characteristics apply to a communication you have received purportedly from Avernac, treat it as fraudulent without exception:

3. Critical Notice: Unauthorized Use of Our Official GST and Trade Documents

This section contains information of the highest urgency. Please read it carefully before engaging in any transaction or communication involving Avernac.

It has come to our attention that Avernac's original GST Registration Certificate and Import Export Code (IEC) documents have been compromised and are being circulated without our authorization by fraudulent individuals. These are official government-issued documents that carry our Company's legal identity, registration numbers, and trade credentials. The unauthorized possession and use of these documents is a deliberate and calculated attempt to deceive individuals into believing they are transacting with the real Avernac.

The possession and misuse of government-issued trade documents such as a GST Certificate and IEC for the purpose of deception constitutes a serious criminal offence under multiple Indian laws. Avernac has formally notified the relevant government authorities, including the GST Department and the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), about this unauthorized circulation. We are working actively with these bodies to track the source of the leak and initiate proceedings against any individual found in possession of or misusing these documents for fraudulent purposes.

4. Official Declaration by Avernac Enterprises Private Limited

• Avernac does not authorize any third party, individual, agent, broker, or intermediary to represent the Company or collect payments on its behalf outside of our verified and official communication channels.
• Avernac does not conduct any business communication, negotiation, or transaction through random personal phone numbers, unverified WhatsApp accounts, personal Gmail or Yahoo addresses, or any platform not directly associated with our official website and registered contact details.
• No individual outside Avernac's formally authorized personnel has any legal, contractual, or commercial authority to offer, promise, or transact business on behalf of the Company.
• Any payment made to an individual or account not explicitly authorized in writing by Avernac's management is entirely at the payer's own risk, and Avernac holds no liability for such transactions.
• Avernac will never ask customers or partners for advance payments through informal channels. All legitimate payments are processed only through the Company's official registered banking channels with proper invoicing and documentation.
• No promotional offer, pricing agreement, or business proposal made outside Avernac's official written correspondence should be considered valid or binding on the Company in any manner.

5. Legal Consequences for Impersonators and Fraudsters

Avernac Enterprises Private Limited does not treat fraud and impersonation as a matter to be handled quietly or diplomatically. We treat it as a direct criminal attack on our Company, our reputation, and most importantly on the trust that our clients and partners place in us. Every single instance of fraud carried out in Avernac's name will be met with the full, uncompromising force of the law. We will not settle. We will not negotiate. We will pursue every fraudster, in every jurisdiction, to the maximum extent that the law permits, and we will not stop until accountability has been established.

5.1 Criminal Liability Under Indian Law

• Section 420 IPC: Cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property. Cognizable, non-bailable offence carrying imprisonment of up to seven years and a fine.
• Section 419 IPC: Punishment for cheating by personation, carrying imprisonment of up to three years, a fine, or both.
• Section 468 IPC: Forgery for the purpose of cheating, punishable with imprisonment of up to seven years and a fine.
• Section 471 IPC: Using as genuine a forged document or electronic record, with the same punishment as that for forgery.
• Section 120B IPC: Criminal conspiracy, which applies where two or more individuals jointly plan or execute fraud.
• Section 406 IPC: Criminal breach of trust, which applies when the fraudster has been entrusted with property or documents belonging to Avernac and has misused the same.

5.2 Liability Under the Information Technology Act, 2000

• Section 66C IT Act: Identity theft, including unauthorized use of electronic signatures, passwords, or unique identification features. Punishable with imprisonment up to three years and a fine up to Rs. 1,00,000.
• Section 66D IT Act: Cheating by personation using computer resources or communication devices. Punishable with imprisonment up to three years and a fine up to Rs. 1,00,000.
• Section 43 IT Act: Unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems or data, attracting civil liability and compensation.

5.3 Civil and Brand Protection Actions

• Avernac reserves the right to initiate civil suits for damages, including actual financial losses suffered by defrauded parties, as well as reputational harm caused to the Company by fraudulent misrepresentation.
• Unauthorized use of Avernac's registered trade name, logo, or brand identity may constitute trademark infringement under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and Avernac will pursue all remedies available under intellectual property law.
• Avernac will actively cooperate with law enforcement authorities, including the Cyber Crime Police and the Enforcement Directorate, to identify, track, and prosecute any and all individuals engaged in fraud in its name.
• The Company will pursue injunctions, restraining orders, and asset recovery proceedings wherever applicable to protect its interests and those of affected parties.

Avernac has already engaged dedicated legal counsel and has formally authorized the filing of First Information Reports (FIRs) against all identified fraudsters. The Company will simultaneously pursue criminal prosecution, civil recovery of damages, and brand protection remedies. No settlement will be entertained. No amount of partial cooperation after the fact will be treated as mitigation. Anyone who has participated in, facilitated, or benefited from fraud in Avernac's name will be pursued individually and jointly, and the full financial and reputational consequences of their actions will be imposed on them through the courts. This is not a warning. This is a commitment.

6. Official and Verified Communication Channels of Avernac

For the complete protection and assurance of every individual who deals with Avernac, the Company communicates exclusively through the following verified and official channels. Any communication that does not originate from these channels must be treated as unauthorized and potentially fraudulent.

Before entering into any business communication, sharing any document, or making any payment that involves Avernac's name, customers and partners are strongly advised to cross-verify the identity and authorization of the person they are communicating with by contacting us directly through the official channels listed above. This verification takes only a few minutes and could prevent significant financial harm.

7. Our Commitment and Assurance to Clients and Partners

To every client, buyer, and business partner of Avernac, we want to speak directly and personally. We know that fraud incidents like this create doubt, and we understand that doubt is damaging to business relationships that we have worked hard to build. We want to be clear: Avernac is a legitimate, registered, and fully compliant company operating with integrity. Our business practices are transparent, our documentation is verifiable through government portals, and every single genuine transaction we conduct is backed by proper invoicing, written communication, and accountability. No fraudster acting in our name changes who we are or how we operate.

7.1 Identity Verification for Genuine Avernac Transactions

To ensure you are dealing with the real Avernac, please follow these steps before finalizing any transaction:

1. Contact us directly at +91 86258 47266 via call or WhatsApp and confirm the name and designation of the person you are communicating with.
2. Send an independent email to [email protected] referencing the conversation and asking for written confirmation of the offer or proposal.
3. Visit our official website at www.avernac.com for company information, registered address, and contact details, and compare these with what you have been provided.
4. Do not rely solely on documents or screenshots provided by the person contacting you. Fraudsters are capable of fabricating these materials and they should only be treated as supporting, not primary, verification.
5. If you are entering into a significant transaction, request a formal signed purchase order or contract on Avernac company letterhead before transferring any funds.

8. Immediate Action Steps If You Have Been Targeted

If you have already received a communication that you believe may have originated from a fraudster impersonating Avernac, or if you have made a payment under such circumstances, please do not panic. Take the following steps immediately and in the order listed:

1. Stop all communication with the individual or entity immediately. Do not provide any further personal information, bank details, OTPs, or documents.
2. Do not transfer any additional funds under any circumstances, even if the fraudster pressures you or claims the money already paid will be refunded upon a further payment.
3. Preserve all evidence. Take screenshots of all messages, calls, emails, and documents shared by the fraudster. This evidence is critical for both police complaints and civil proceedings.
4. File a formal complaint with the Indian Cyber Crime Portal at cybercrime.gov.in or call the national cyber crime helpline at 1930. This is the fastest way to initiate an official investigation.
5. File an FIR at your nearest police station under the relevant IPC and IT Act sections. Request a copy of the FIR for your records.
6. Notify us at [email protected] with all the evidence you have gathered. Include the phone numbers, email addresses, and screenshots of all communications. This helps us track the fraud network and take coordinated legal action.
7. Contact your bank immediately to request a transaction hold or reversal. The sooner this is done after a fraudulent transfer, the higher the chance of recovery.
8. Inform your personal and professional network about the fraud. Sharing information quickly is one of the most effective ways to prevent others from falling victim to the same scheme.

9. Legal Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Issued By: Team Avernac

Avernac Enterprises Private Limited
Website: www.avernac.com  |  Email: [email protected]  |  Phone: +91 86258 47266

Protecting Our Customers. Protecting Our Brand. Protecting the Trust You Place in Us.