What began as a routine visit to an ATM quickly turned into a startling and confusing situation for a family in Uttar Pradesh’s Mainpuri district, after a woman unexpectedly discovered that nearly ₹10 crore had been credited to her bank account. The incident has raised serious questions about possible technical glitches and the reliability of banking systems.
The woman, who maintains an account at a local branch of the Bank of India, was left stunned when an amount of ₹9,99,49,586 appeared in her account without any prior knowledge or transaction on her part. According to her family, the sudden appearance of such a massive sum created both disbelief and concern.
Her son, Arun Kumar, recounted that he had gone to the ATM simply to generate a PIN and check the account balance. However, upon checking, he was shocked to see an unusually high figure displayed on the screen. He stated that the amount appeared to be close to ₹9 crore and that the family had no idea about the source of the money. He also mentioned that they planned to visit the bank as soon as it reopened to seek clarification.
The account holder, identified as Sita, expressed complete ignorance regarding the unexpected credit. She emphasized that neither she nor her family had any connection to the funds and stated that the rightful owner should reclaim the money. Her husband, Farzan, also clarified that the family relies on agriculture for their livelihood and has no claim over such a large amount. He assured that they intend to report the matter to the bank and return the funds once the issue is clarified.
Meanwhile, a video capturing the ATM balance check has gone viral on social media, attracting widespread public attention and curiosity.
Responding to the incident, officials from the Bank of India’s Sultanganj branch stated that the situation was likely the result of a technical error. The branch manager explained that the woman already had a loan account, and the issue might have been resolved earlier had the family contacted the bank sooner.
The unusual incident has sparked broader discussions about banking system accuracy and the potential for technical faults. Authorities are expected to investigate the matter further, verify the discrepancy, and take necessary steps to correct the error.
