Union Bank of India, one of the most trusted Public-Sector Banks in the country, celebrated its 101st Foundation Day on 11th November 2019 in Mumbai.
Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Anurag Singh Thakur was present as Chief Guest to commemorate such a significant milestone that marks more than a century of providing impeccable Banking services to millions of Customers across the country.
Also present on the occasion was Rajiv Kumar, Finance Secretary, Government of India. The evening concluded with an awe-inspiring musical performance by renowned singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan.
Established in the year 1919, and having its first head office inaugurated by the Father of Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, Union Bank of India has played a highly instrumental role in shaping the banking landscape of pre and post-independence India, and it continues to drive the country’s economic growth. The Bank’s operations are spread across 4285 Branches pan-India, with a client base of over 70 Million Customers.
Speaking on the momentous occasion, Anurag Singh Thakur, said, “In the current landscape, with constant innovation and technological advancements, the need for systematic, efficient and transparent banking operations have become the need of the hour.
Union Bank of India has set a benchmark in this regard. Going forward, the Bank’s tech-driven, customer-oriented vision will be a crucial element towards further strengthening its position as one of the most preferred Banks.”
Rajiv Kumar, Finance Secretary, Government of India, said “It is an historic event for Union Bank of India and I take this opportunity to wish them well and achieve further glorious heights in times to come.”
Elaborating on the key factors that have enabled Union Bank of India to remain such a longstanding player in the Banking ecosphere, Shri Rajkiran Rai G., Managing Director & CEO, Union Bank of India said,
“Union Bank is proud to have nurtured dreams of generations of entrepreneurs, businesses, farmers, students, women, aspirational neo middle class and weaker sections of society.
Through our hundred year journey, the Bank has been making meaningful contributions towards social upliftment, community service and serving the national priorities. Union Bank is well positioned to be the Most Preferred Bank of New India.
This milestone is a testament to our tireless efforts of proactively adopting new innovations, while keeping our core beliefs intact."
