Kotak Bank names Anup Saha CEO for 2027
The insider succeeds Ashok Vaswani with a mandate for growth.

Palanor Wire · composed from 3 outlets · every claim links to its sources
What happened
Kotak Mahindra Bank named Anup Saha as managing director and chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2027. 123 Saha is currently a Wholetime Director at Kotak Mahindra Bank. 1 The appointment is for a three-year term, subject to Reserve Bank of India approval. 1 Saha succeeds Ashok Vaswani, who is stepping down. 3
Why it matters
The selection of an insider signals continuity. 2 Saha's focus will be on growth, retail lending and faster execution. 2
What to watch
Reserve Bank of India approval for the appointment. 1 Saha's three-year term beginning January 1, 2027. 1
Sources · 3
[1]HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank put two Anups atop banking’s big succession puzzle
economictimes.indiatimes.com · via Marketaux
[2]Growth, deposits and faster decisions await new CEO Anup Saha at Kotak Bank
livemint.com · via Marketaux
[3]Anup Saha appointed Kotak Mahindra Bank MD & CEO, effective 2027
rediff.com · via Marketaux
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