Bank of Baroda Classifies RCOM and Anil Ambani's Loan Accounts as 'Fraud'
A fraud classification is a severe legal and reputational blow. While the company is under CIRP and cites protections, this development can complicate the resolution process, affect investor confidence, and lead to further scrutiny from regulatory bodies and potential legal actions against individuals involved.
The classification of loan accounts of the company and its promoter as 'Fraud' by a major bank is a significant negative event, indicating serious financial irregularities or misconduct.
Reliance Communications Limited (RCOM) announced on September 04, 2025, that it received a letter dated September 02, 2025 (received September 03, 2025) from Bank of Baroda. * The letter states that Bank of Baroda has classified the loan accounts of RCOM and Shri Anil Dhirajlal Ambani (as promoter and erstwhile director) as 'Fraud'. * RCOM is currently undergoing a Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, with its affairs managed by a Resolution Professional since June 28, 2019. * A resolution plan approved by the Committee of Creditors is awaiting approval from the Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai Bench. * The company stated that the credit facilities/loans in question pertain to the period prior to the CIRP and are to be resolved as part of the resolution plan or liquidation. * RCOM also highlighted that during CIRP, it is protected from suits/proceedings under Section 14(1)(a) of the Code. * Furthermore, Section 32A of the Code grants protection against liability for pre-CIRP offences and prosecution once the resolution plan is approved by the NCLT and results in a change of management or control. * Bank of Baroda intends to report this fraud classification to the Reserve Bank of India and other authorities as per the RBI’s Master Directions on Fraud Risk Management in Commercial Banks, 2024. * RCOM is seeking legal advice regarding this development.
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