HDFC employee's derogatory remarks about soldier's finances, kids go viral

India Sep 18, 2025

A woman identified in social media posts as Anuradha Varma, allegedly associated with HDFC Bank, is facing major backlash after a call with an Indian Army soldier went viral.
What started as a routine loan discussion quickly turned sour when Varma made hurtful comments about the soldier's education, finances, and even his kids—prompting outrage across social media.

Varma's behavior raises questions about professional conduct

People online are calling for Varma's removal and questioning how someone using abusive language can represent the bank.
So far, HDFC Bank hasn't addressed the incident publicly, which is only adding to concerns about how they handle staff behavior.
The situation has renewed public scrutiny of professional conduct standards in customer service roles.