A case has come to light involving the disappearance of 4.4 million rupees from the currency chest of a branch located within the regional office of the Canara Bank. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Kanpur detected a shortage of 3.9 million rupees, and an internal investigation by the bank revealed discrepancies of an additional 500,000 rupees. Based on evidence from CCTV footage, the bank management has filed a case against two employees for embezzlement, fraud, and other charges.
Background and Complaint Details
The complaint in this case was lodged by Assistant General Manager Shivraram Mishra, who is posted at the regional office of the Canara Bank in Prayagraj. On February 7, it was reported that approximately 3.9 million rupees were found missing from the currency chest that was sent from Prayagraj to the Reserve Bank of India in Kanpur.
Internal Investigation and Findings
The bank has access to CCTV footage records, which are being used to observe individuals entering and exiting the counting/disbursing room. The bank has initiated an internal investigation, which is expected to be completed soon. The initial findings of the investigation revealed that the cash counting was conducted in the presence of Vivek Kumar Singh from Kareli and daily wage employee Raghuveer Yadav from Nasratpur, Soranv.
Total Shortage and Allegations
After receiving information about the shortage of 3.9 million rupees from the Reserve Bank of India in Kanpur during the cash counting, an additional shortage of approximately 500,000 rupees was discovered. It is alleged that the CCTV footage revealed that both individuals took out cash from the bundle. Thus, a total shortage of 4.4 million rupees has been reported so far, and this figure could increase further as the investigation progresses. A case has been filed based on the FIR at Civil Lines by ACP Shwetabh Pandey. Further action will be taken based on the facts that emerge during the investigation.
In conclusion, a case of missing rupees from the currency chest of a Canara Bank branch has been reported. The RBI in Kanpur detected a shortage of 3.9 million rupees, and an internal investigation revealed discrepancies of an additional 500,000 rupees. The bank management has filed a case against two employees based on evidence from CCTV footage.
