Central Bank of India held a virtual one-on-one meeting with Ventura Securities on July 21, 2026, as part of its investor relations activities. The meeting provided an opportunity for the bank's management to engage with analysts, though discussions were restricted to information already available in the public domain.

The disclosure was made to the exchanges in compliance with Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The filing confirms that no unpublished price-sensitive information was shared during the interaction.

Meeting Details

The following table outlines the specifics of the engagement:

The meeting was conducted virtually, adhering to standard protocols for such interactions. The bank's management reiterated that the scope of the discussion was confined to matters of public record.

Central Bank of India has appointed Shri Rajesh Ranjan as a Shareholder Director, effective August 1, 2026, following a Board assessment that confirmed him as the sole valid candidate for the position. The appointment is significant for the bank's governance structure as it fills a key representation slot for shareholders, excluding the Central Government. Ranjan will hold office for a three-year term ending July 31, 2029.

The Board of Directors determined that Ranjan met the 'Fit and Proper' criteria required under Section 9(3)(i) of the Banking Companies (Acquisition and Transfer of Undertakings) Act, 1970. Consequently, the election process for this position, originally listed as Agenda no. 9 in the notice for the 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for July 31, 2026, has been withdrawn.

Shri Rajesh Ranjan brings extensive experience in law, human resources, and fraud risk management. A retired IPS officer with 36 years of service, he has worked in Public Sector Undertakings and Central Armed Police Forces. His professional background includes roles such as Director of IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance Company Ltd and Chief Vigilance Officer of Gail India Ltd. He currently serves as an Independent Director on the Board of DME Development Limited.

The bank confirmed that Ranjan has no existing relationships with other Directors on the Board. The appointment was formalized in accordance with Regulation 66 of the Central Bank of India (Shares & Meetings) Regulation, 1998, which deems a sole valid candidate elected to the post.

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