- Friday, May 23, 2025
By: Vibhuti Pathak
A resident of Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has been thrust into the spotlight after discovering an outrageous 36-digit bank balance in his account—an amount so large, it surpasses the combined net worth of several billionaires, including Elon Musk. The unusual incident has since sparked curiosity, concern, and an ongoing cyber investigation.
The man, identified as Ajit, stumbled upon the astronomical balance on April 25, shortly after two small transactions of Rs 1,800 and Rs 1,400 were debited from his account. When he checked his account to verify the deductions, he was stunned to see a balance of Rs 1,00,13,56,00,00,01,39,54,21,00,23,56,00,00,01,39,542 ($1.2 decillion). The figure was so enormous that it overwhelmed ordinary calculators and left banking officials scratching their heads.
Ajit’s wife briefly indulged in the fantasy of overnight wealth, but reality soon set in. “At first we laughed and dreamed about what we could do with the money,” she said, “but we quickly realized something was seriously wrong.” Their amusement turned into anxiety, with growing fears of becoming targets in a financial scam.
When Ajit contacted his local bank branch for clarity, officials informed him that the bizarre figure was likely a result of a technical glitch, reportedly linked to a branch in Jammu and Kashmir. However, with the error persisting even after initial attempts to correct it, Ajit took further steps and approached the local police.
Police authorities have since directed him to file a cybercrime complaint, and the bank account has been temporarily frozen as a precautionary measure. The account freeze, though necessary, has added another layer of stress for Ajit, who now fears being caught up in a larger case of fraud or cybercrime.
Despite the serious undertones, the situation has drawn plenty of social media attention and light-hearted commentary, particularly over the sheer scale of the number in question. At over 36 digits, Ajit’s account balance dwarfs the net worth of even the world’s richest individuals. For perspective, Elon Musk—CEO of Tesla and SpaceX—has a net worth of approximately $389 billion. The mysterious figure in Ajit’s account would place him in a financial league of his own, if it were real.
The incident has raised important questions about the integrity of digital banking systems, especially in rural regions where technical literacy and banking infrastructure may be limited. Experts say while banking systems are largely secure, such glitches underline the need for robust auditing and alert mechanisms to prevent misinformation and panic.
For now, Ajit waits anxiously for a resolution, hoping the bank and cyber authorities can resolve the issue swiftly and restore both his account and peace of mind.
