UP Gramin Bank Officer Brutally Attacked by Loan Borrowers, NO Arrest Till Now
A very disturbing incident has been reported in Sant Kabir Nagar in Uttar Pradesh. An employee of Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank has been brutally attacked by a loan borrower. He had gone to recover defaulted loan amount but the borrower attacked him with sticks.
The Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank Officers’ Federation has written to the District Magistrate of Sant Kabir Nagar, urging immediate action. The incident took place on 7 November 2025 in village Partapur. Employee was working with UP Gramin Bank, Bauriyash branch.
Officer Pawan Kumar Mishra had gone to the village to recover dues related to an NPA (Non-Performing Asset) loan. During the recovery process, when he requested the borrower Chandan Pasi to deposit the outstanding amount, Chandan and his brother Nagendra allegedly attacked him with sticks and rods.
The letter states that the attackers not only assaulted the officer but also held him hostage and tore important bank documents. Mr. Mishra reportedly suffered serious injuries and managed to escape from the spot with great difficulty, saving his life.
Delay in FIR Registration Alleged
The federation further claimed that when the injured officer approached Wakhira Police Station to file a complaint, the police initially refused to register an FIR. The FIR was finally lodged only after repeated attempts, but no arrests have been made so far, they said.
Fear and Insecurity Among Bank Staff
In the letter, the federation expressed deep concern over the growing fear among bank officers in the district. It stated that incidents like this create an atmosphere of insecurity, especially when officers are carrying out government-backed financial and welfare schemes and are responsible for recovering public money.
The federation noted that if adequate administrative support and safety are not provided, bank officers will find it difficult to carry out their duties, especially in rural areas.
Demands Made to the District Magistrate
The Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank Officers’ Federation has requested the District Magistrate to take the following actions:
- Immediate arrest of the accused involved in the attack.
- Provide proper security and justice to the injured officer.
- Ensure administrative cooperation and protection for bank officers to prevent such incidents in the future.
The officer’s assault has sparked concern across banking circles, with demands for strong action to ensure the safety of bank staff involved in loan recovery operations.
