Padma Shri for Arundhati Bhattacharya

Arundhati Bhattacharya (Chairperson & CEO of Salesforce India), former chairperson of the State Bank of India (SBI), expressed her gratitude on Saturday after being awarded the Padma Shri. She stated that this recognition highlights the significant contribution of public sector banks to nation-building. She is among the 139 Padma awardees whose names were announced on the eve of the 76th Republic Day on Saturday. President Droupadi Murmu approved conferment of seven Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards.

Who is Arundhati Bhattacharya?

Arundhati Bhattacharya is a prominent Indian banker and business executive who has made significant contributions to the banking and technology sectors. Born on March 18, 1956, in Kolkata, India, she is known for her trailblazing career and visionary leadership.

State Bank of India (SBI)

Arundhati Bhattacharya joined SBI in 1977 as a probationary officer and rose through the ranks over her 40-year tenure. She made history by becoming the first woman to chair SBI from 2013 to 2017.

Salesforce India

Since April 2020, Arundhati Bhattacharya has been serving as the Chairperson and CEO of Salesforce India. In this role, she is driving the company’s growth in the Indian market, focusing on digital solutions and customer-centric strategies.

What is the Padam Shri Award?

The Padma Shri, also spelled Padma Shree, is the fourth-highest civilian award of the Republic of India. Padma Shri is awarded for ‘distinguished service.

Summary

Arundhati Bhattacharya (Trade and Industry, Maharashtra): Recognised for her leadership in banking. Join us in congratulating her on her achievement.

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  1. Congratulations for the decoration by President of India.

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