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Janki Vallabh

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Janki Vallabh
Born1942-10-24
OccupationBanking professional
Known forChairman of State Bank of India (2000–2002)

Janki Vallabh (also known as Janki Ballabh) was an Indian banking professional who held the position of Chairman of State Bank of India from 1 November 2000 until 31 October 2002. He was recognized as a certified associate by the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance.

Early life and education

Vallabh was born on 24 October 1942 and earned his Master of Commerce degree from St. John's College, Agra in 1963.

Initial career

He started his professional journey as a Commerce lecturer, initially at St. John's College, Agra and subsequently at Shri Ram College of Commerce, part of Delhi University.

Banking career

From 2000 to 2002, Vallabh served as Chairman of the State Bank of India. Afterward, between 2002 and 2005, he took on the role of Vigilance Commissioner at the Central Vigilance Commission. Additionally, he contributed to executive recruitment processes for prominent public sector banks such as Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce, and United Bank of India.

In 2019, during Jet Airways' financial turmoil and creditor intervention—including involvement by State Bank of India—he was appointed to the airline’s board to support its restructuring initiatives.

Board memberships

His experience includes board appointments at various organizations, including:

Criticism and controversies

While Vallabh was in office, the Gujarat gold bullion fraud took place, causing a financial loss amounting to Rs. 40 crore for the State Bank of India, mainly impacting branches within its Gujarat circle.

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