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Dear Sir,
If your bank account in State Bank of India has been put on hold due to a suspected cybercrime complaint from another state (such as Gujarat), it usually means that your account has been flagged during an investigation—often because funds may have passed through your account in connection with a disputed or fraudulent transaction. Even if you are unaware, banks are legally bound to freeze or mark such amounts based on directions from law enforcement authorities. In such cases, the bank itself cannot release the funds unless they receive clearance from the concerned investigating agency or cybercrime cell.
You should immediately submit a written representation to your branch manager requesting details of the freeze (such as complaint number, police station, and officer details). Then, contact the concerned Cyber Crime Police Station in Gujarat and explain your position, along with proof of your legitimate transactions (bank statements, invoices, or communication records). You may also lodge a complaint or track the issue through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. If the issue is not resolved, you can escalate the matter to the RBI Banking Ombudsman or file a writ petition before the jurisdictional High Court seeking de-freezing of your account, especially if you are not named as an accused. Acting promptly and maintaining proper documentation is crucial for getting the hold removed.
Posted On 08-Apr-2026
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