Ernakulam : Bank of Baroda, India’s International Bank, marked a significant milestone in building a new
infrastructure for the existing Ernakulam Zonal Office as Smt. Beena Vaheed,
Executive Director, Bank of Baroda, laid the foundation stone for the
bank's new Office building at Canon Shed Road today. This initiative enhances
the Bank's physical infrastructure for its established zonal operations in
Kerala, underscoring its commitment to improved operational efficiency across
the state.
The
foundation stone laying ceremony was attended by Shri Prajit Kumar D, General
Manager and Zonal Head; Shri K. R. Kagadal, Deputy General Manager (Compliance
& Assurance); Shri Anishkumar Kesavan, Deputy General Manager (Business Development);
Shri Anmay Kumar Mishra, Deputy General Manager (ZIAD); and all Regional Heads
of Ernakulam Zone, along with other senior officials of the Bank.
During
her visit, Smt. Beena Vaheed engaged with Bank of Baroda employees at the
Baroda Academy in Jos Junction, Ernakulam. She addressed them on the importance
of capacity building, skill enhancement, and delivering customer-centric
banking services. On this occasion, virtual inauguration of the new
alternate premises of Chattanchal Branch was also held at the hands of Smt.
Beena Vaheed.
She
also addressed a customer meet with High Net-worth Individuals (HNIs) and major
corporate clients from the Ernakulam Zone, reinforcing the Bank's focus on
nurturing enduring partnerships and fueling regional business expansion.
Speaking
on the occasion, Smt. Beena Vaheed, Executive Director, Bank of Baroda
said, "Kerala has always been a key market for Bank of Baroda, and the
initiative of constructing its own new Office building represents our
unwavering commitment to the state's economic growth and development. The
modern infrastructure will enable us to serve our customers more effectively
and support the Zone's aspirations for inclusive and sustainable
progress."
The
new office building, expected to become operational within 21 months, will
provide a modern and dedicated new workspace for the bank's operations in the zone.
Presently, the Zonal Office is situated at MG Road Metro Station, MG Road,
Ernakulam.
Bank
of Baroda has established a strong and growing presence in Kerala, with a total
business of ₹46,475 crore, including deposits of ₹20,621 crore and advances of
₹25,854 crore as on 31.01.2026. The bank operates an extensive network of 248 branches,
07 Digital Service Outlets and 263 ATMs across the State and employs around
1,800 people, underlining its deep commitment to Kerala's economic development
and financial inclusion.
With
this new infrastructure, Bank of Baroda reaffirms its commitment to fostering
regional prosperity, bolstering existing operations, and driving sustainable
growth across Kerala, thereby contributing to the state's holistic development.