Indian Bank MD & CEO Binod Kumar Visits Lucknow, Announces CSR Support for Healthcare, Education and Biogas Project

Indian Bank Managing Director and CEO Binod Kumar visited Lucknow from October 29 to 31, 2026, and held discussions with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other senior state officials on the bank’s role in supporting the state’s development priorities and expanding financial inclusion.

During the visit, Kumar also met Deputy Chief Ministers Brajesh Pathak and Keshav Prasad Maurya, Chief Secretary Shashi Prakash Goyal and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Seth.

Indian Bank Announces CSR Support for Biogas, Healthcare and Education

As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Indian Bank extended financial assistance to a compressed biogas plant in Tulsipur, Balrampur, and healthcare and educational initiatives at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow.

The bank committed ₹63.23 lakh towards the biogas project. At KGMU, it provided ₹49.50 lakh to support financially disadvantaged students and ₹19 lakh, plus applicable taxes, for the procurement of 4,000 quadruple blood bags.

New Branch and Renovated Office Inaugurated

During the visit, Kumar inaugurated Indian Bank’s newly established Vrindavan branch and the renovated premises of its Field General Manager’s Office (FGMO) in Lucknow. These initiatives are part of the bank’s efforts to strengthen its banking infrastructure and expand its presence in Uttar Pradesh.

Kumar Participates in Economic Times Vision Conclave

Kumar participated in the leadership session at The Economic Times Vision Conclave, which focused on the theme “Banking the Future: Digital, Inclusive & Intelligent Finance for Viksit Bharat 2047.” He also interacted with key customers at a customer meet organised at Taj Palace, Lucknow.

Focus on Customer Service and Business Growth

Addressing employees at a town hall meeting at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Kumar shared his vision for the bank. He highlighted customer-centricity, business growth, operational efficiency and ethical banking practices as key priorities.

Cyclathon Organised During Vigilance Awareness Week

Kumar also participated in a cyclathon at Janeshwar Mishra Park as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026. The event focused on promoting transparency, integrity and ethical conduct. Kumar was accompanied during the visit by Sudhir Kumar Gupta, Chief General Manager, Indian Bank, FGMO Lucknow. The engagements highlight Indian Bank’s focus on expanding its presence in Uttar Pradesh through branch expansion, partnerships with institutions, financial inclusion and CSR initiatives.