By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| Union Bank of India’s Business Plan Conference, held in Lucknow, marked a significant milestone in the bank’s ongoing journey towards sustainable and inclusive growth. The event witnessed the recognition of top-performing branches under the “Josh 2” initiative, reflecting the institution’s renewed focus on performance, accountability, and customer-centric banking.

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Asheesh Pandey led the proceedings and personally honoured the high-achieving branches for their outstanding contribution to business expansion, asset quality, digital adoption, and service excellence. The awards acknowledged teams that demonstrated consistent growth while aligning with the bank’s long-term strategic objectives.

The ceremony was held in the presence of Executive Directors Nitesh Ranjan, Ramasubramanian S., Sanjay Rudra, and Amresh Prasad, who lauded the efforts of branch officials and staff for their dedication and resilience in a challenging economic environment. Senior management emphasized that the success of the “Josh 2” programme lies in empowering grassroots teams and encouraging innovation at the operational level.

Addressing the gathering, Asheesh Pandey highlighted the importance of sustainable growth driven by prudent lending, technological integration, and customer trust. He underlined that strong branch-level performance remains the backbone of the bank’s progress and financial stability.

The “Josh 2” initiative, launched to accelerate business momentum and enhance productivity, has played a pivotal role in strengthening Union Bank’s market position. Through focused targets, regular monitoring, and performance-based incentives, the programme has fostered a culture of excellence across regions.

The conference also served as a platform for reviewing past achievements, discussing future strategies, and aligning leadership and staff with the bank’s vision of becoming a leading, responsible, and digitally empowered public sector institution.

By celebrating excellence and reinforcing teamwork, Union Bank of India reaffirmed its commitment to building a robust, customer-focused, and growth-oriented banking ecosystem, contributing meaningfully to India’s economic development.

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