Sashidhar Jagdishan succeeded Aditya Puri as the CEO and Managing Director (MD) of HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector lender.

Sashidhar Jagdishan succeeded Aditya Puri as the CEO and Managing Director (MD) of HDFC Bank. Aditya Puri is considered one of the most successful bankers in India, having led HDFC Bank since its inception in 1994.


Aditya Puri played a pivotal role in establishing HDFC Bank as one of the leading private sector banks in India. Under his leadership, the bank witnessed remarkable growth and became the largest private sector bank in terms of market capitalization. Aditya Puri's retirement from HDFC Bank marked the end of an era in the Indian banking industry.


After an extensive search and selection process, Sashidhar Jagdishan was appointed as the successor to Aditya Puri. This decision was approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and HDFC Bank's board of directors.


Sashidhar Jagdishan has been associated with HDFC Bank for over two decades. He joined the bank in the year 1996 and has held several key positions during his tenure. Prior to his appointment as CEO and MD, Jagdishan served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the bank.


As the CEO and MD of HDFC Bank, Sashidhar Jagdishan is responsible for driving the bank's growth strategy and ensuring its continued success. He is responsible for overseeing all the operations of the bank, including its various business segments and functions.


Sashidhar Jagdishan takes charge of HDFC Bank at a time when the banking industry is undergoing significant changes and facing various challenges. He is expected to navigate these challenges and drive the bank's growth in a highly competitive market.


Sashidhar Jagdishan's appointment as the CEO and MD of HDFC Bank marks a new chapter in the bank's history. With his extensive experience and deep understanding of the organization, he is well-positioned to lead HDFC Bank and continue its legacy of success.