Who has been recently (28th Oct 2024) appointed as the MD and CEO of Punjab National Bank?

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Correct Answer : Ashok Chandra

The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) on Monday (28th Oct 2024) recommended Ashok Chandra for the position of managing director (MD) & chief executive officer (CEO) of Punjab National Bank (PNB).

Chandra is currently executive director (ED) at Canara Bank since November 21, 2022. The current MD & CEO of PNB, Atul Kumar Goel, is set to complete his tenure on December 31, 2024.

The FSIB issued a notification on August 1, 2024, inviting applications for the position. The deadline for submitting online applications was August 29, 2024.

Chandra started his banking career with the erstwhile Corporation Bank in September 1991 as a probationary officer. He holds a Masters degree in economics and is also a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : October 30, 2024

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