New Delhi: Bank of Maharashtra (BoM), a leading public sector bank, has appointed Mr. Devesh Verma as its General Manager – Digital Transformation, effective August 4, 2025. The move reflects the bank’s deepening commitment to accelerating its digital modernization journey in alignment with broader industry trends.
Industry Veteran with Robust Tech-Driven Banking Background
Mr. Verma is a seasoned IT and banking professional with nearly 17 years of experience in driving technology-led innovations across leading financial institutions. His career spans high-impact roles in ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Poonawalla Fincorp, where he most recently served as Deputy Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
With a B.Tech in Information Technology, Mr. Verma has also completed the Executive Programme in Digital Transformation from IIM Indore, equipping him with a unique blend of technical and strategic capabilities suited for enterprise-scale transformation.
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Driving Innovation in the Public Sector Banking Ecosystem
Bank of Maharashtra has been steadily enhancing its digital service delivery channels, with a focus on:
- Artificial Intelligence–driven customer service
- Automation of backend processes
- Enhanced mobile and net banking platforms
- Cybersecurity and data governance frameworks
Mr. Verma’s appointment is expected to strengthen these initiatives, especially as public sector banks compete with private counterparts and fintechs in areas like digital lending, mobile-first banking, and real-time data analytics.
“The digital economy is redefining customer expectations in the banking sector. With Mr. Verma’s deep domain expertise and track record in innovation, Bank of Maharashtra aims to become a leader in public sector digital transformation,” a senior executive from BoM noted.
Strategic Timing Amid Banking Reforms
The appointment comes at a crucial time when PSU banks are:
- Undergoing consolidation and tech upgrades
- Leveraging RBI’s push for Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)
- Investing in open banking APIs, blockchain, and AI/ML-based risk modeling
Bank of Maharashtra is seen as one of the agile PSBs adapting quickly to these changes, with recent enhancements in e-KYC, paperless onboarding, and UPI integration.
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About Bank of Maharashtra
Bank of Maharashtra (BOM) is a public sector bank in India, owned by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It was established on September 16, 1935, and commenced operations on February 8, 1936. BOM provides various banking services, including personal banking, cash management, retail loans, and other financial services.