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‘Agriculture Officers are Useless’ PNB Bhubaneswar ZM’s Alleged Remarks Spark Outrage
A message is circulating in Punjab National Bank officials’ WhatsApp groups. It alleges derogatory remarks against Agriculture Officers during a review meeting in Bhubaneswar zone. The claims have sparked concerns about respect, workplace culture, and treatment of officers.
Author: Kalyani Mali
Published: August 26, 2025
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Punjab National Bank (PNB) Agriculture Officers have raised serious concerns regarding alleged remarks made by the Zonal Manager (ZM) of Bhubaneswar zone, during a physical review meeting on 19 August 2025. According to a message widely circulated in PNB officials’ WhatsApp groups, several comments were described as derogatory and humiliating towards Agriculture Officers, their recruitment process, and their professional contributions.
Allegations of Verbal Abuse
According to the officers, the Zonal Manager allegedly described Agriculture Officers as “useless” and “kaamchor,” mocked the IBPS recruitment process, and undermined their role in agricultural lending. The note also accused him of insulting families, targeting individuals, and presenting misleading data about their work performance.
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Image: Circulating message allege misconduct by the PNB Bhubaneswar Zonal Manager during a review meeting
Source: WeBankersOfficial
Claims of Threats
Alongside the meeting allegations, another message— widely circulated—has accused the ZM of threatening subordinates. The video circulating online reflects an alleged threatening tone by the official toward subordinates. While he is accused of humiliating officers in meetings, he is also heard warning that if anyone calls him over the phone, he would file an FIR.
Image: Circulating video alleges misconduct by the PNB Bhubaneswar ZM
Watch the video here: PNB Bhubaneswar ZM allegedly threatening subordinates
‘Agriculture Officers Deserve Respect’
While speaking to Kanal a representative of WeBankers said, “Agriculture Field Officers should not be subjected to a Toxic Work Culture. Even if appreciation is not given, there is no justification for demotivation or humiliation. These officers work tirelessly at the grassroots, handling multiple rural branches with limited resources, often in remote areas, and traveling long distances every day. Their role remains vital in driving Agricultural Priority Sector Lending.”
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