Karnataka Farmer Pays Rs 10 for Rs 9.34 Loan Dues, Demands 66 Paise Back

• Chokkanna Gowda, a farmer in Hassan, Karnataka, received a message from Canara Bank about an outstanding loan balance of Rs 9.34 after clearing a Rs 50,000 loan.
• He paid Rs 10 at the bank, specifying Rs 9.34 as the due amount on the slip, and then demanded the remaining 66 paise back.
• Gowda argued that if banks expect customers to clear every paisa, customers also have the right to their exact balance.
• He claimed unfair treatment despite being a loyal customer for 15-20 years and stated he would take legal action if necessary.
• Gowda highlighted the disparity in treatment between small customers and wealthy defaulters who owe crores.