Banking on Experience: IDBI Bank Reappoints T.N. Manoharan as Part-Time Chairman
Updated: May 08, 2025 12:43
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IDBI Bank Ltd has formally reappointed T.N. Manoharan as its part-time Chairman, adding a very seasoned banking and finance professional to its leadership. This reappointment is viewed as a strategic move to capitalize on Manoharan's rich experience at a critical time for the bank's continued transformation and governance.
Reappointment Details
T.N. Manoharan reappointed as IDBI Bank's part-time Chairman with effect from May 9, 2022, for a three-year period, subject to approval by the Reserve Bank of India.
The appointment was confirmed by an official board resolution and regulatory filings.
Professional Background
Manoharan is a veteran Chartered Accountant with more than 38 years of experience in banking, finance, and corporate governance.
He is former Non-Executive Chairman of Canara Bank (2015–2020) and RBI appointed him Administrator of Lakshmi Vilas Bank to pave its way towards being merged with DBS Bank India.
He is a distinguished veteran of advisory to RBI and Central Vigilance Commission and recipient of the Padma Shri award.
Updates in Board and Shareholding
In association with Manoharan's renewal of his position, LIC designated Raj Kumar, the Managing Director at LIC, as its nominee director on the IDBI Bank board.
LIC continues to be a substantial shareholder with 49.24% holding in the bank till March 2022.
Strategic Importance
The reappointment will help shore up IDBI Bank's governance and facilitate its current initiatives in banking reforms and compliance.
Manoharan's crisis management credentials and regulatory background are viewed as a valuable resource for the future trajectory of the bank.
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