Case brief
RBI has extended its existing Section 35A directions against The Mahabhairab Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Tezpur, Assam. The directive now continues until close of business on October 12, 2024.
Impact
The bank must continue operating under the same RBI-imposed directions for the extension period, with no change to existing conditions. The restriction remains in force until close of business on October 12, 2024, affecting the bank and its customers under the unchanged terms of the directive.
Why RBI acted
Regulatory basis
- Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949
- sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949