Lucknow: On the directives of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, an FIR has been registered against 69 current and former employees of the Indian Bank Employees Credit Cooperative Society Ltd in Gonda for the alleged embezzlement of approximately Rs 3.60 crore, a crime spanning over two decades.
Details of the FIR
The case was lodged at Kotwali Nagar police station following allegations of financial irregularities, criminal breach of trust, and misuse of official positions between 1997 and 2020. The complainant, Ravindra Kumar Srivastava, who serves as the secretary of the cooperative society, alleged that the accused officials misappropriated society funds while holding various positions within the cooperative body.
Background of the Allegations
According to the FIR, at the time the alleged irregularities took place, the institution was associated with Allahabad Bank, which was later merged with Indian Bank. Srivastava claimed that the officers and employees diverted society funds, causing substantial financial losses. Despite repeated demands and efforts by society members and office-bearers, the allegedly misappropriated amount was not recovered.
Srivastava further stated that representations regarding the matter were submitted to the district administration and police authorities. However, when no concrete action was taken, the society approached the court seeking legal intervention.
Court Intervention
Acting on the petition, the Chief Judicial Magistrate directed the police to register a case and initiate an investigation. Following the order, an FIR was lodged against 69 officials and employees linked to the cooperative society.
Police Investigation
Circle Officer Anand Kumar Rai confirmed that the case has been registered and that the police are examining financial records and other evidence to ascertain the individual roles and liabilities of those involved in the alleged scam.
