CBI Arrests Proclaimed Offender After 30 Years in Bank Fraud Case

The CBI has arrested Anant Tambitkar, a proclaimed offender who absconded for nearly 30 years in a bank fraud case involving the State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur. The arrest highlights the agency’s persistence in pursuing long-standing financial crimes.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 27 February 2026, 9:17 PM IST

CBI Nabbed Longtime Fugitive in SBBJ Bank Fraud (Image Source: Internet)

New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered a bank fraud case in 1992 involving fraudulent financial transactions that caused significant losses to the State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur (SBBJ).

After completing the investigation, the CBI filed a chargesheet in 1996, and nine accused were convicted by the court. However, one key accused, Anant Tambedkar (alias Anant Tambitkar), absconded after the chargesheet was filed and was declared a Proclaimed Offender (PO).

Three Decades on the Run

Tambitkar participated in the fraudulent transactions through forgery and other criminal misconduct. Following his absconding, his trial was separated by the court. Despite nearly 30 years on the run, the CBI continued efforts to locate him.

Using technical intelligence and field verification, the CBI eventually confirmed his location in Mumbai, leading to his arrest on 26th February 2026.

Arrest and Legal Proceedings

Following his apprehension, Tambitkar was sent to judicial custody after completing the necessary legal procedures. The arrest demonstrates the CBI’s commitment to tracking and prosecuting long-standing financial criminals, regardless of the time elapsed.

This case serves as a reminder that even decades-old white-collar crimes are actively pursued by investigative agencies, reinforcing the rule of law and accountability in financial matters.