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Mr. Dukhabandhu Rath
Independent Director

Mr. Dukhabandhu Rath is a seasoned banking professional with nearly four decades of experience in the Indian banking industry, including a distinguished 36-year tenure at the State Bank of India (SBI). He holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Economics from Utkal University, Bhubaneshwar, and is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB).

Throughout his career, Mr. Rath has demonstrated expertise in SME and corporate credit, retail credit, branch operations, risk management, audit and compliance, digitization, strategic planning, and resource mobilization. He has held leadership roles, including serving as Managing Director of Gujarat Venture Finance Limited, where he successfully mobilized funds and attracted investments from diverse entities.

With a strong strategic vision and extensive industry knowledge, Mr. Rath has been a speaker at various banking conferences and conducted sessions on analytics in banking. His deep understanding of financial management and risk mitigation strategies brings valuable insights that contribute to the company’s growth, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.