We give below the views and information of some of our executives retired during last two months. Shri Badal Chandra Das, Retirement Shri Badal Chandra Das joined the Bank as a Probationary Officer on 3rd December 1984, with having a memorable and enriching experience in these 35 years at SBI. Having worked in a variety of positions with people from diverse backgrounds, he feels enriched with the love and affection of his teams that has showered on him over the years. Parent Circle being West Bengal, Shri Das held various positions at Kolkata, New Delhi and Mumbai. From Kolkata to one of the world’s most populous megacities, New York has been both exciting and enriching. He served as a VP, Personnel & Administration at New York branch, five years were fully memorable and has many moments to cherish. Five years with serving as DGM, Project Finance-II, CBG, GM, Project Finance and GM, CAG Branch-II, CBG; Shri Das took over the Thiruvananthapuram Circle as Chief General Manager in 2014. Being a true State Banker, Shri Das believes what makes the Bank stand out is its transparency, fair play, service to the nation and caring for its own. In 2016, Shri Das took over as Deputy Managing Director, Internal Audit Department at Hyderabad. On his achievements at the
workplace, pat comes the reply- Achievements are results of team efforts. In every success of mine, important role was played by others. One of his memorable experiences which still remains close to his heart is the Computerisation at Commercial Branch, Kolkata in the year 2001 despite many odds. Bud Meyer has correctly said, “The moment may be temporary, but the memory is forever” On Fond memories, Shri Das recalls the time spent with his daughter when she was growing up. His only daughter Ms Dipanjana Das is pursuing her Final Year Ph. D at University of California, Santa Barbara, USA. His father is his inspiration for life. His spouse Mrs. Rupa Das preferred to stay at home and stood by him to take care of his family. Her contribution is immense as she has almost single handedly raised their daughter. Reading books, listening music, travelling and photography are some of the hobbies to be cherished. Science Fiction, The Foundation Series by American Author Isaac Asimov is his favourite read and Renowned Director Satyajit Ray’s the Apu Trilogy comprising three Bengali films- Pather Panchali, Aparajito and The World of Apu are his big screen favorites. His motto for life is inspiring- “To serve to the best of my ability and not to forget my roots.”
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