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Private Sector Bank
Management Change18 Jul 2026, 08:20 pm

Karnataka Bank Appoints Dr. M Aruna Shyam as Independent Director

AI Summary

Karnataka Bank Ltd has announced the appointment of Dr. M Aruna Shyam as an Additional Director in the category of Non-Executive, Independent Director. The appointment is for a period of four years, effective July 18, 2026, and is subject to shareholder approval. Dr. Shyam brings extensive legal expertise, with a background in Business Law and a doctorate in Law, and has been in active legal practice since 2004, including serving as Additional Advocate General for the State of Karnataka and being designated a Senior Advocate. He is not related to any existing directors of the bank.

Key Highlights

  • Dr. M Aruna Shyam appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director.
  • Appointment is for a four-year term starting July 18, 2026.
  • Dr. Shyam is a Senior Advocate with extensive legal experience.
  • Appointment requires shareholder approval.
  • Dr. Shyam is not related to current directors.