V. S. Natarajan
V. S. Natarajan | |
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| Born | 1923 |
| Died | 2013-01-09 Chennai, India |
| Occupation | Banker |
| Years active | 1943–1983 |
| Known for | 9th Chairman of State Bank of India |
V. S. Natarajan (1923 – 9 January 2013) was a distinguished Indian banker who held the position of the 9th Chairman of State Bank of India.
Personal life
Natarajan died on 9 January 2013 at his residence on Boat Club Road in Chennai, just before reaching 90 years of age. He left behind a family including two daughters, one son, four grandchildren, and multiple great-grandchildren.
Career
Beginning his career in 1943 as a probationary officer at the State Bank of India, Natarajan advanced through several roles, notably serving as chief manager at the Thalassery branch in Kerala. His tenure as the ninth Chairman of State Bank of India lasted from 20 December 1982 until 30 January 1983. After retiring in 1983, he was succeeded by R. P. Goyal and was honored with lifelong membership in the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance.