An NBFC in Ranchi harassed me for loan repayment, what are my rights?
AJ Asked by Ajay Malhotra from India
Quick Answer
NBFCs are regulated by the RBI and must follow fair practices as recognized under Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 for consumer protection.
Detailed Legal Analysis
NBFCs are regulated by the RBI and must follow fair practices as recognized under Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 for consumer protection. The Jharkhand High Court has held that coercive recovery tactics by NBFCs constitute deficiency and harassment.
In Ranchi, you can file a consumer complaint and a complaint with the RBI ombudsman. The Jharkhand High Court has directed NBFCs to follow due process and refrain from threats or public shaming.
Under Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016, the consumer commission can award compensation for mental agony caused by recovery agents. You should record all calls and preserve messages as evidence for your complaint in Ranchi.
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