IDFC First Bank has disclosed a fraud amounting to ₹590 crore at its Chandigarh branch, prompting an internal investigation and regulatory reporting.
According to official disclosures, the irregularity was identified during routine checks. The bank has informed relevant authorities and initiated necessary corrective measures in line with regulatory guidelines.
While specific operational details of the fraud have not been fully outlined, banking norms require financial institutions to classify such accounts and make appropriate provisions once fraud is detected. The bank clarified that it is assessing the financial impact and strengthening internal controls to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Industry experts note that fraud detection mechanisms in banks have become more robust in recent years, enabling early identification of irregularities. However, large-value fraud cases continue to highlight the importance of compliance oversight, risk management systems and credit monitoring.
IDFC First Bank stated that it remains committed to maintaining transparency and regulatory compliance. The development is expected to be reflected in its financial statements as per banking norms.
Market participants will be closely watching how the bank manages the provisioning impact and whether there are any broader implications for its asset quality.
