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Dear Sir,
Here is a step-by-step plan you could follow:
Step 1: Send a Legal Notice
The first and most effective step is to send a formal legal notice through a lawyer. This notice should clearly state:
The amount of money you gave (₹2.10 lakh).
The date and mode of the transaction (cash).
The purpose for which the money was given.
A clear demand for the repayment of the full amount within a specific period (e.g., 7-15 days).
Mentioning that you have a call recording in this notice can serve as a strong deterrent and might prompt the person to return the money to avoid legal trouble.
Step 2: File a Police Complaint
If the person does not respond to the legal notice, you can file a police complaint (a "non-cognizable report" or NCR) or a First Information Report (FIR). This could be categorized as a case of cheating or criminal breach of trust. When you go to the police, you should provide a written statement detailing the entire incident. You can mention that you have a call recording that confirms the debt, and the police may be able to use it as part of their investigation.
Step 3: File a Civil Suit
If a police complaint doesn't result in a resolution, the final step is to file a civil suit for the recovery of money in a civil court. Here, while the call recording might not be primary evidence, it can support your testimony and other circumstantial evidence.