SHRI SWAPAN DHAR
Managing Director, SBI Foundation

Shri Swapan Dhar, General Manager with State Bank of India, is a seasoned
banking leader with over 35 years of rich and diverse experience spanning
rural, domestic, and international banking operations. He took charge as
Managing Director of SBI Foundation on 1 January 2026. Before this, he served
as Deputy General Manager in the Internal Audit Department, Regional Manager of
two regions, and led several high-profile branches.

As an Officer, Shri Dhar worked in diversified areas, starting from Rural
banking, gaining first-hand insight into grassroots realities and the
transformative power of financial inclusion. Over the years, he held key
assignments across the Bank, including foreign office, critical functions such
as Branch Administration, Regional Head, and Internal Audit function with SBI
Internal Audit Department, building a well-rounded perspective on governance,
operational excellence, and institutional accountability.

Shri Swapan Dhar holds a Master's degree in Commerce, a Master's degree in
Business Administration, and is a CAIIB professional. He is also a Law graduate
(LLB), reflecting his strong foundation in finance, management, and regulatory
frameworks.

His extensive professional and educational journey equips him with a unique
ability to align SBI Foundation's CSR initiatives with national priorities,
community needs, and long-term sustainability goals. Through his leadership, the
Foundation focuses on creating meaningful and measurable impact across core
areas, including education, healthcare, livelihoods, skill development,
environmental sustainability, inclusivity, and social empowerment.

Known for his calm leadership style and people-centric approach, Shri Dhar is
deeply committed to leveraging the strength, reach, and values of the State
Bank of India to drive sustainable social change and contribute meaningfully to
nation-building.

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Contact: marcom@sbifoundation.co.in