Bandhan Bank announced that the Reserve Bank of India has granted approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Ratan Kumar Kesh as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer for another three years starting March 31, 2026. The appointment, subject to shareholder approval, underscores operational continuity at the private sector lender.
Bandhan Bank Ltd on Friday informed that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-appointment of Mr. Ratan Kumar Kesh (DIN: 10082714) as the bank’s Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a further period of three years, effective March 31, 2026.
The appointment will also require approval from the shareholders of the bank, as per regulatory norms. Mr. Kesh, designated as a Key Managerial Personnel, will continue to be liable to retire by rotation, in alignment with the company’s governance framework.
The bank clarified that Mr. Kesh is not related to any other directors and has not been disqualified or debarred by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or any other authority.
Notable Updates:
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RBI approval date: December 26, 2025
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Reappointment term: Three years, starting March 31, 2026
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Role: Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer
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Next step: Subject to shareholder approval
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Compliance confirmation: No regulatory or SEBI disqualifications reported
The reappointment reflects the bank’s focus on stability and leadership continuity amid evolving regulatory and operational priorities.
Sources: NSE Corporate Filings, BSE Corporate Announcements, Bandhan Bank Ltd Regulatory Filing