Jose Joseph Kattoor has been appointed as the Non-Executive Part-Time Chairman of South Indian Bank, effective March 23, 2026, following approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The appointment, announced Saturday, marks a leadership transition for the Kerala-based bank as V J Kurian retires from the position after completing his term.
Kattoor, who has been serving as an Independent Director on the bank’s board since July 18, 2024, brings over three decades of experience from his tenure at the RBI, where he retired as Executive Director in 2023. During his time at the central bank, he oversaw departments including Enforcement, Corporate Strategy, Currency Management, and Human Resources.
The bank stated that Kattoor will collaborate closely with the board and senior management to enhance governance standards and guide the bank’s long-term strategic direction. Kurian’s tenure as chairman, beginning November 2, 2023, is credited with steering the bank through a period of strategic transformation.
Alongside the chairman appointment, South Indian Bank has named Thomson Thomas as a Non-Executive Independent Director, also effective March 23, for a three-year term. This appointment aligns with the Banking Regulation Act requirements.
The bank also announced a series of elevations within its senior management team, effective April 1, 2026. Anto George T, currently Chief General Manager and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, retaining his COO responsibilities. Senthil Kumar, previously Senior General Manager and Head of Credit, will now serve as Chief General Manager and Chief Credit Officer.
Sony A has been elevated to Chief General Manager, with an expanded role encompassing Strategic Alliances, Digital Business, Marketing, and Customer Experience, moving from his previous position as Senior General Manager and Chief Information Officer. Minu Moonjely has been promoted to Chief General Manager and will lead the Large and Emerging Corporate and Transaction Banking Group.
Biji S S has been elevated to Chief General Manager, overseeing Branch Banking, Liabilities, Micro and Small Enterprises, and Third-Party Products. Jimmy Mathew moves up to Senior General Manager and Company Secretary, continuing to head Human Resources, and Vinod Francis has been elevated to Senior General Manager, continuing as Chief Financial Officer.
These internal promotions follow the earlier announcement in January that PR Seshadri, the current Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD&CEO), will not seek reappointment and will step down at the end of his term in September, citing a desire to pursue personal interests.
