Former RBI Chief General Manager to Continue as Additional Director Until June 2027
Arun Kumar Singh has extended his association with Bandhan Bank after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the extension of his tenure as Additional Director on the Board of Bandhan Bank until June 23, 2027.
The extension of Arun Kumar Singh Bandhan Bank tenure underscores the regulator’s continued confidence in his contribution to the bank’s governance, oversight, and regulatory alignment.
RBI Extends Additional Director Appointment
Singh was initially appointed as an Additional Director on the Board of Bandhan Bank by RBI in June 2024 under the provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
With the latest approval from the central bank, he will continue to serve on the Board for another year, supporting the bank’s governance framework and strategic oversight initiatives.
His continued presence reflects RBI’s emphasis on strengthening governance standards and ensuring robust regulatory supervision within the banking sector.
Extensive Leadership Experience at RBI
Before retiring from the Reserve Bank of India, Singh served as Chief General Manager-in-Charge, handling a wide range of central banking responsibilities across multiple departments.
During his tenure, he played a key role in areas related to financial regulation, banking supervision, currency management, financial inclusion, and institutional development.
His experience spans several critical functions within India’s financial ecosystem, providing him with deep expertise in banking governance and regulatory affairs.
Key Contributions Across Financial Institutions
Apart from his leadership role at RBI, Singh has held several important board and advisory positions across financial and technology institutions.
He served as Director at ReBIT (Reserve Bank Information Technology Pvt. Ltd.), Director at Union Bank of India, Director at Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH), and General Council Member at the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT).
These assignments enabled him to contribute to banking technology, digital innovation, cybersecurity, financial inclusion, and institutional governance initiatives.
Leadership in Financial Inclusion and Banking Development
As Regional Director of RBI for Rajasthan between 2019 and 2022, Singh led initiatives across currency management, financial literacy, financial inclusion, government banking, infrastructure development, and human resource development.
His experience in both policy implementation and institutional governance has made him a respected figure within India’s banking and financial services ecosystem.
Strengthening Governance at Bandhan Bank
The extension of Arun Kumar Singh Bandhan Bank tenure is expected to provide continuity in governance and regulatory oversight at the bank.
With decades of experience across banking regulation, financial supervision, innovation, and institutional leadership, Singh is well positioned to support Bandhan Bank’s governance priorities while contributing to its long-term growth and stability.
