The Special Judge, CBI Court No. 01, Lucknow, has sentenced Amrit Lal Verma, former Branch Manager of Allahabad Bank, Jharia Branch, Hamirpur, to two years of imprisonment along with a fine of ₹20,000 in a bribery case.
Bribery Allegations and CBI Investigation
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered the case on May 22, 2013, following a written complaint against Amrit Lal Verma, who was serving as the Branch Manager of Allahabad Bank, Jharia Branch, Hamirpur at the time. The complaint alleged that the accused demanded a bribe of ₹12,000, which was 4% of a ₹3 lakh Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loan sanctioned in the name of the complainant’s father, Shri Ram Nath.
To verify the allegations, the CBI laid a trap, during which the accused was caught red-handed while accepting ₹8,000 from the complainant as an illegal gratification. Following the arrest, the CBI conducted a thorough investigation into the matter.
Legal Proceedings and Court Verdict
After completing the investigation, the CBI filed a chargesheet on July 18, 2013, in the court of the Special Judge, CBI, Court No. 01, Lucknow. The court conducted a detailed trial, examining evidence and witness testimonies before delivering its verdict.
Upon finding Amrit Lal Verma guilty, the court sentenced him to two years of imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹20,000 as punishment for his involvement in the bribery case. The sentencing serves as a strong reminder of the legal consequences of corruption in financial institutions.
