SBI data breach exposes 3,897 records; Congress demands accountability, experts flag national security risk

State Bank of India confirmed a data breach affecting 3,897 customer records, detected via cybersecurity provider alerts, and has launched an investigation. Congress is demanding accountability, while experts warn the leak could pose national security risks given SBI's systemic importance. The bank asserts customer balances are safe and is enhancing security measures; the full scope and perpetrator remain unclear.