By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| The Financial Services Institutions Bureau has recommended Brajesh Kumar Singh for appointment as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Canara Bank, following a rigorous selection process. The Bureau conducted interactions with 17 shortlisted candidates on December 22, 2025, assessing their leadership capabilities, professional track record, domain expertise and strategic vision for steering a major public sector bank. Based on performance during the interface, overall experience and alignment with extant selection parameters, Brajesh Kumar Singh emerged as the preferred candidate. The recommendation reflects FSIB’s emphasis on stable leadership, governance standards and growth-oriented banking reforms. The proposed appointment comes at a crucial time when public sector banks are focusing on balance sheet strengthening, digital expansion, improved customer service and sustained profitability, positioning Canara Bank for its next phase of institutional and operational growth.