BILASPUR, Chhattisgarh: The Anti-Corruption Bureau / Economic Offence Wing (ACB/EOW) has arrested Tejvath Theerapathamma, a suspended cashier from the State Bank of India’s Bilha branch, for allegedly embezzling over Rs 2 crore. Her actions had earlier led to her suspension in June 2025.
The investigation was initiated following a complaint by the branch manager, prompting inquiries under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. A departmental inquiry revealed financial irregularities committed between December 19, 2024, and January 2, 2025.
Authorities pursued Theerapathamma for several days and, acting on a tip-off regarding her visit to the Bilha branch on February 26, apprehended her on site. She is scheduled to appear before a Bilaspur court, where procedures for securing her police remand will be completed.
The arrest highlights the ongoing vigilance of the ACB/EOW in monitoring and investigating financial frauds within banking institutions in the state.
