Customer assaults Ahmedabad Union Bank manager over TDS Issue

A heated confrontation over a TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) issue spiralled into violence at the Union Bank Premchandnagar Branch near Mansi Circle in Vastrapur on Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 10.30 am when a customer, identified as Jaiman Raval, allegedly assaulted the branch manager, Saurabh Singh, and SUD Life Insurance employee Shubham Jain.

In his complaint, Saurabh Singh stated that Raval, a resident of Bodakdev, visited the bank to inquire about TDS deductions on his fixed deposit interest. Despite receiving a detailed explanation about the refund process, Raval allegedly became agitated, accusing the bank of misappropriation of his money. He then reportedly pulled out Singh’s ID card, grabbed his shirt, and tore it. 

When Jain intervened to defuse the situation, Raval slapped him and tore his shirt as well. Other bank staff and customers managed to restrain Raval before the altercation escalated further. Singh promptly called the police, who arrived on the scene to restore order.

Regarding the matter, Vastrapur police have registered an FIR against Raval for obstructing lawful duty, verbal abuse, and physical assault. This incident underscores the rising stress levels in financial disputes 

Vastrapur Police Inspector L L Chavda stated,” We have arrested the accused in the matter and further investigation is ongoing.”