South Indian Bank gets RBI nod for new MD and CEO Mahesh Pai
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Private lender South Indian Bank has received RBI approval to appoint Mr Mahesh Muralidhar Pai as its Managing Director and CEO for a three year term starting October 1, 2026. Pai, aged 50, is currently Chief General Manager at Canara Bank leading digital banking, with about three decades of experience across retail, treasury, MSME and overseas operations. The board will consider the appointment on July 16, followed by shareholder approval.
New external CEO from Canara Bank set to lead the lender from October 1, 2026, likely bringing focus on digital banking and innovation.