Fraud Case Registered Against HDFC Bank Manager in Auraiya for making FD without customer consent

The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Court has initiated a case of fraud against the bank manager and an employee of HDFC Bank in Auraiya, ordering a thorough investigation into the matter.
Background of the Case
Hariom Shukla, a resident of Ballapur village under Ajitmal police station, filed an application under section 156 (3) in the CJM Court on July 28, 2023. In his application, Shukla alleged that HDFC Bank made a fixed deposit of Rs 25,000 from his account without his consent. When he contacted the bank’s toll-free number to report the issue, he was advised to visit the branch the next day.
Lack of Response and Further Fraud
Shukla visited the branch and submitted an application the following day, but no action was taken despite escalating the complaint to higher authorities. Frustrated, Shukla posted his complaint on the bank’s ex account (formerly Twitter), tagging the Reserve Bank of India. He then received a call from a fraudulent ex account named HDFC Bank Cares. Subsequently, Rs 50,000, Rs 1 lakh, and another Rs 50,000 were debited from his account.
Bank’s Response and Allegations
Upon reporting the fraudulent transactions, the bank put a ‘no debit’ restriction on Shukla’s account. Shukla accused the bank manager and employees of conspiring together to defraud him of Rs 2.25 lakh.
Judicial Proceedings
Initially, the CJM Court dismissed the case on October 18, 2023. Shukla then appealed to the Sessions Court, which accepted his appeal and overturned the previous dismissal. The Additional District Judge (ADJ) ordered the CJM Court to reconsider the case.
Latest Court Order
Chief Judicial Magistrate Jeevak Kumar Singh reviewed Shukla’s application and directed the local police station to register a fraud case and ensure a proper investigation. The court noted that the signatures on the fixed deposit form appeared to be forged, a detail that will be clarified through the investigation.
This case highlights the importance of vigilance in banking transactions and the legal avenues available for redressal in cases of financial fraud.
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