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IMPORTANT GOVT ORDERS WITH GIST OF CONTENTS

7. Putting up signboards for awareness of public about possible frauds in POSB/ SC

Key Points:

• Observation: The Department observed that the public is not always cautious about their savings instruments and often places blind trust in authorized agents, leading to financial losses.
• Directive: All post offices are required to display signboards at their counters with the following information to educate the public:
• Keep your passbook and savings certificates in your personal custody.
• Do not hand over blank withdrawal/account closure forms with your signatures to anyone.
• Do not appoint agents as messengers for withdrawing money.
• Check your balance after each transaction.
• Contact the Postmaster immediately if you suspect any fraud.
• Objective: This measure aims to increase public awareness of potential frauds and empower them to protect their savings.

In essence, the directive emphasizes the importance of public vigilance and encourages them to take necessary precautions to safeguard their savings.

This undersigned is directed to say that while examining some Circle Level Inquiry Reports in major fraud cases where authorized agents found involved in misappropriation of public money. It is observed that general public is not so cautious towards their savings instruments and have blind faith in authorized agents resulting in losing their hard earned money.

2. It has been decided that all post offices should have a signboard (in English/Hindi and Local Language) at the counter area with following information:-

(i) Please keep your passbook and savings certificates in your personal custody.

(ii) Do not hand over blank withdrawal/account closure forms with your signatures to anyone including authorized agents.

(iii) Do not appoint authorized agents as your messenger for withdrawal of money on your behalf.

(iv) Check your balance after each transaction from the post office.

(v)  Contact Postmaster immediately in case of any suspected fraud.

3. It is requested that may kindly be brought to the notice of all post offices and ensure district compliance of the aforesaid order.

4. This issues with the approval of DDG (FS)

(DG (P) No. 109-02/2009-SB dated 06.03.2009)