The incident happened at the Maliposi branch of Odisha Grameen Bank in Patana block of Keonjhar district, India. The man was identified as Jeetu Munda, 50, from Dianali village.

According to reports, Jeetu had been trying to withdraw ₹20,000 from the bank account of his elder sister, Kalra Munda, 56, who reportedly d!£d on January 26, 2026.

Jeetu claimed he visited the bank several times but was repeatedly told to bring the account holder in person before the money could be released.

Despite informing officials that his sister had Di£d, he alleged that they refused to listen.

Frustrated and unaware of the proper legal procedure, Jeetu reportedly dug up his sister’s grave and brought her skeleton to the bank as proof of her death.

Speaking to reporters, he said: “I have run several times to the bank, and the people there told me to bring the account holder to withdraw money deposited in her name. Though I told them that she had di£d, they did not listen to me and insisted on bringing her to the bank. Therefore, out of frustration, I dug the grave and brought out her skeleton as proof of her d£ath.”

Police from Patana Police Station later arrived at the scene after being informed of the situation.

The officer in charge, Kiran Prasad Sahu, described Jeetu as an illiterate tribal man who was not aware of legal terms such as nominee or legal heir.

Sahu also faulted the bank officials for allegedly failing to properly explain the withdrawal process for funds belonging to a deceased person.

Jeetu was later seen speaking with police officers in front of the bank. Authorities reportedly promised to facilitate the withdrawal of the funds through the proper legal procedure.

After the matter was resolved, the skeleton was taken back and reburied at the graveyard in the presence of the police.