CHANDIGARH,: 9th August 2025-Central Bank of India proudly celebrates the 144th birth anniversary of its founder, Sir Sorabji Pochkhanawala, the pioneer behind India’s first Swadeshi Bank established in 1911. A visionary and patriot, Sir Pochkhanawala laid the foundation for a truly Indian-owned banking institution that continues to drive financial empowerment and inclusion.
Sh. Arvind Kumar ,Zonal Head, Chandigarh Zone remarked, “Sir Pochkhanawala’s vision continues to guide us. On this Founder’s Day, we reaffirm our commitment to serve every Indian with trust, innovation, and inclusivity.”
Presently Central Bank of India is operating with 4541 Branches, 4085 ATMs.