Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, April 2025 — Santanu Mitra has been appointed as Managing Director and Country Head for Corporate Banking – Large and Midcap at DBS Bank India, marking a pivotal moment in the bank’s strategic expansion in the country. With over two decades of global experience spanning Asia and the US, Santanu brings a formidable mix of digital innovation, corporate finance expertise, and sectoral depth across the tech, media, and telecom (TMT) domains.
Prior to this appointment, Santanu served as Managing Director and Head of Digital Economy and Institutional Banking at DBS Singapore, where he led the bank’s foray into the digital economy, scaling its TMT portfolio across Singapore, India, and the US. His leadership was instrumental in building DBS’s positioning in one of the most transformative sectors of the global economy.
Before joining DBS, Santanu held leadership positions at PT AXIS Telekom Indonesia as General Manager – Corporate Finance, and earlier served at Macquarie Bank International Ltd., where he contributed to M&A and principal transaction advisory. His rich international exposure also includes roles at Rippledot Capital, Blue Bridge Capital, Strategic Decisions Group, ICICI Bank, and Tata Steel, giving him a 360-degree view of both emerging and mature markets.
In his new role at DBS Bank India, Santanu will drive institutional banking for large corporates and MNCs, focusing on strategic client engagement, sectoral depth, and innovative banking solutions to support the growth ambitions of India Inc. His appointment aligns with DBS’s mission to deliver best-in-class banking solutions through digital innovation and relationship excellence.
DBS Bank is a leading financial services group headquartered and listed in Singapore with operations in 19 markets across Asia. Known for its digital innovation, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance and Euromoney, and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking, and is widely recognized for its safety, innovation, and customer-centric approach. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank supports social enterprises and community initiatives focused on future-ready skills and food resilience.
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