HDFC BANK LIMITED has informed the Exchange about Resignation of Independent director.
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Mr. Atanu Chakraborty (DIN: 01469375) has resigned as Part-Time Chairman and Independent Director of HDFC Bank, effective from the date the Board considers his resignation. He joined the board in May 2021 and was part of the leadership during the HDFC Bank-HDFC Ltd merger. He stated that certain practices he observed over the last two years are not in line with his personal values and ethics, and confirmed there are no other material reasons for his exit. He does not hold any other directorship. The resignation comes at a sensitive time for the bank, given his dual role as Chairman and Independent Director.
The exit of the Part-Time Chairman citing ethical concerns may weigh negatively on investor sentiment and raise near-term governance questions for shareholders. The bank will need to communicate a clear succession plan quickly to reassure the market about board continuity and oversight standards.