HDFC Bank has announced the elevation of three key executives to the role of Group Head, effective December 1, 2025. These appointments are: Anil Bhavnani (Transportation and Infrastructure Finance Group), Ravi SSN (Large Local Corporates and PSU), and Sameer Ratolikar (Chief Information Security Officer). The decision was based on the recommendation of the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
New Leadership Appointments
HDFC Bank has elevated three executives to Group Head positions, effective December 1, 2025. The bank’s Board of Directors approved these elevations on December 11, 2025, following recommendations from the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
Key Executive Elevations
The newly appointed Group Heads are:
- Anil Bhavnani: Group Head – Transportation and Infrastructure Finance Group
- Ravi SSN: Group Head – Large Local Corporates and PSU
- Sameer Ratolikar: Group Head – Chief Information Security Officer
Executive Profiles
Anil Bhavnani
Anil Bhavnani brings over 30 years of banking experience across Assets, Credit Underwriting, and Liabilities Business, covering Retail, SME, and Corporate segments. He has held leadership roles in Retail Assets, Wholesale Banking, Retail Branch Banking, and Commercial and Rural Banking. Bhavnani joined HDFC Bank in 2003 and most recently served as Head of Transportation and Infrastructure Finance Group.
Ravi SSN
Ravi SSN has been with HDFC Bank since 2010, demonstrating strategic insight and strong credit skills. He has been instrumental in growing the Corporate Banking business and fostering client relationships. In 2023, he took over the PSU Business vertical.
Sameer Ratolikar
Sameer Ratolikar is the Chief Information Security Officer, responsible for developing and implementing the bank’s information security strategy. He has effectively built a cyber-aware culture across the bank and delivered an impeccable network defense system.
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