Axis Bank: RBI Approves Re-appointment of N. S. Vishwanathan as Non-Executive Chairman
RBI has approved N. S. Vishwanathan's re-appointment as Non-Executive (Part-time) Chairman of Axis Bank for three years from Oct 27, 2026. Shareholder approval is also required for his role as Independent Director. The 32nd AGM, where this will be proposed, is scheduled for July 31, 2026.
The re-appointment of a key leadership position like the Non-Executive Chairman is significant for the bank's governance and strategic direction, thus having a medium impact.
The RBI's approval for the re-appointment of the Non-Executive Chairman is a positive development for the bank, indicating regulatory confidence and continuity in leadership.
Axis Bank Limited has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the re-appointment of N. S. Vishwanathan as the Non-Executive (Part-time) Chairman of the Bank. This approval is subject to the shareholders' approval for his re-appointment as an Independent Director for the term commencing October 27, 2026, and concluding on October 26, 2029.
The initial approval for this re-appointment for a further period of three years was granted by the Bank's Board of Directors on April 25, 2026. The proposals concerning his re-appointment as Non-Executive (Part-time) Chairman and as an Independent Director are included in the notice for the 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Bank, which is scheduled to be held on Friday, July 31, 2026.
The RBI conveyed its approval vide letter dated July 7, 2026. This disclosure is made in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
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