A resident of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh made news as he became an unexpected millionaire this Diwali. Mohd Aslam, who earns a living by running a medical store in the city, saw his bank balance jump to nearly Rs 5 crore overnight. This sudden and unexplained wealth, transferred into his accounts in IDFC and UCO banks, has taken him aback. 

Strangely enough, the source of this surprising wealth transfer remains unknown. As soon as he noticed the unusual growth in his balance, Aslam, aged 37, sought an explanation from his banks. However, as reported by The Times of India, he was unable to get any clear answers due to the Diwali holiday. 

Citing his astonishment at the situation, Aslam said, “Rs 4.78 crore was transferred into two different accounts in IDFC and UCO banks through multiple transactions between November 11 and 12. I was stunned. I tried to get in touch with the bank but that didn’t resolve the issue…”

With the fear of getting into trouble for a mistake he had no part in, Aslam didn't have many options in hand. Realizing the severity of the situation, he made the wise decision to file a complaint with the police. 

“So I had no other option but to dial 112. Then they took me to the police station where I filed a complaint. I will meet higher officials, if need be,” he added.

Aslam's situation surely has caught the attention of law enforcement. The Superintendent of Police for the city, Mrigank Shekhar Pathak, has confirmed that an investigation on this matter is already underway. 

"We are in touch with the bank manager but the situation will be cleared only after the bank opens," said Pathak, hinting at the possible developments in the coming days.

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