Former Karnataka Bank chairman Ananthakrishna passes away

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October 11, 2020

Mangaluru, Oct 11: Former chairman and CEO of the city-based Karnataka Bank, Ananthakrishna, died at a private hospital here on Sunday after a brief illness, family sources said. He was 74.

Hailing from Bantwal, Ananthakrishna joined Karnataka Bank as an officer in 1971. He worked in different capacities at the operational and management levels, and was appointed chairman and CEO in the year 2000.

He served in the capacity till 2009, after which he continued as non-executive chairman of the bank. Ananthakrishna retired in 2016.

Karnataka Bank made quick progress under his leadership, witnessing exponential growth and establishing pan-India presence. He had also served as honorary secretary of Indian Bank'' Association and president of the Bankers club, Mangaluru.

His mortal remains were kept at his residence at Deepa Arcade at Bejai for people to pay respects and cremated later at Boloor.

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Badria Vision 2028: Phase I Project Launched at Campus Ceremony

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January 19,2026

Mangaluru: The Phase I project of Badria Vision 2028 was formally launched at a ceremony held at the Badria Campus on January 17, marking an important step in the institution’s long-term development roadmap.

The programme was attended by P.B. Abdul Hameed, Secretary of the MEA, and P.C. Hasir, Correspondent of the MEA, who presided over the event and underscored the institution’s commitment to growth and academic excellence.

Office-bearers of the Badria Alumni Association were present in large numbers, including A.K. Sajid (President), Shamsuddin and S.M. Farooq (Vice-Presidents), Shaheed (General Secretary), and Khaleel (Treasurer), reflecting strong alumni engagement in the initiative.

The gathering was blessed by Sayyid Shamsuddeen Basith Thangal Kukkaje, Qateeb of Zeenat Yatheem Bakshi, who led a special dua seeking divine guidance and success for the project.

The ceremony also witnessed the participation of prominent alumnus and local corporate professional Abdul Latheef, along with alumni members Naushad, Kalandar, Safwan, members of the core committee, and several other former students.

A key moment of the event was the formal handover of a cheque to Ameen Woodland Architect, signalling the immediate commencement of construction work under Phase I of the project.

Organisers said the launch of Phase I reflects a shared vision, institutional unity, and collective resolve to realise the objectives of Badria Vision 2028.

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