Bandhan Bank gets RBI nod for Debasish Panda as Part-time Chairman
Bandhan Bank received RBI approval for Mr. Debasish Panda's appointment as Part-Time Chairman for three years. The proposal requires further NRC and Board approval. Mr. Panda has extensive experience in finance and insurance sectors, including roles at IRDAI and DFS.
The appointment of a Part-Time Chairman is a significant corporate governance development that can influence strategic direction, though its immediate financial impact may not be substantial.
The RBI's approval for the appointment of a Part-Time Chairman is a positive development for the bank, indicating regulatory confidence and paving the way for key leadership roles.
Bandhan Bank Limited has received prior approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the appointment of Mr. Debasish Panda as Part-Time Chairman (PTC). The approval, granted via an RBI letter dated April 22, 2026, is for a period of three years, effective from the date he assumes charge. This appointment is subject to the compliance of conditions specified by the RBI.
The proposal for Mr. Panda's appointment will be presented to the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) and the Board of Directors for their consideration and approval in due course. The bank has also uploaded this disclosure on its website, www.bandhan.bank.in.
Mr. Debasish Panda, an IAS officer of the 1987 batch, brings over three decades of experience across finance, insurance, and public administration. Notably, he served as Chairman of IRDAI from 2022 to 2025, where he focused on 'Insurance for All by 2047' and customer-centric governance. He was also Secretary in the Department of Financial Services (DFS) from 2020 to 2022, overseeing banking consolidations and financial inclusion initiatives. His prior roles include directorships on the Boards of the Reserve Bank of India, State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, and Life Insurance Corporation of India.
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