Alerts & Updates 11th Apr 2026

Fraud Classification vs. Wilful Default: Evolution of Law and Scope of Natural Justice in Banking Regulation

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Mukesh ChandSenior Counsel | Mumbai

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The regulatory landscape around wilful defaulters and fraud classification has undergone a significant transformation, moving from a purely bank-driven enforcement mechanism to a framework anchored in fairness, transparency and due process. With recent Supreme Court rulings, including State Bank of India v. Amit Iron Private Limited & Ors., the emphasis is now clear, while protecting the financial system remains critical, procedural safeguards cannot be compromised.

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