New Delhi: Punjab National Bank (PNB) inaugurated a new bank branch at Modern International School, Sector 19, Dwarka, New Delhi, on October 19, 2026. The branch was inaugurated by PNB Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD and CEO) Ashok Chandra as part of the bank’s efforts to expand its banking network and improve access to financial services.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Executive Director Amit Kumar Srivastava, Delhi Zonal Head Rajesh Bhowmick, West Delhi Circle Head Purushottam Vinit, Branch Head Rajan Arora and other dignitaries.
The new PNB branch aims to provide convenient banking services to local residents, teachers, students and businesses in the surrounding area. It will also support the bank’s efforts to encourage greater adoption of digital banking facilities and technology-enabled services.
PNB Inaugurates New Branch in Dwarka, Delhi
The inauguration of the new branch at Modern International School in Sector 19, Dwarka, marks another step in Punjab National Bank’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the national capital.
The branch is expected to improve access to banking facilities for people living and working in the area. By expanding its service network, PNB aims to make banking more accessible and convenient for customers while meeting the financial needs of individuals and local businesses.
The new facility also reflects the bank’s focus on combining its branch network with digital banking solutions to improve the overall customer experience.
PNB Officials Pay Tribute to Founder Lala Lajpat Rai
The programme began with a floral tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai, the founder of Punjab National Bank and a prominent Indian freedom fighter.
PNB MD and CEO Ashok Chandra and Executive Director Amit Kumar Srivastava paid homage to Lala Lajpat Rai, remembering his contribution to the nation and his vision behind establishing the bank.
The tribute highlighted the institution’s historical legacy and its continued commitment to serving customers across India.
Ashok Chandra Highlights Customer Service and Digital Banking
Addressing customers during the inauguration, Ashok Chandra said that PNB continues to work towards making banking services simpler, more accessible and convenient.
He highlighted the bank’s focus on improving customer service, expanding banking facilities and offering modern digital banking solutions. He also encouraged customers to make greater use of the bank’s digital banking facilities and available services.
The bank aims to provide customer-focused banking supported by technology, convenience and innovation. The new branch is expected to contribute to these efforts by improving local access to banking services.
New PNB Branch to Serve Residents, Students and Businesses
The Dwarka branch is intended to cater to the banking needs of a diverse customer base, including:
- Local residents: Convenient access to banking services closer to home.
- Teachers and school staff: Improved access to everyday banking facilities.
- Students: Greater awareness and access to available banking and digital services, as appropriate.
- Local businesses: Banking support for financial transactions and other business requirements.
The expansion is expected to strengthen PNB’s service network in Delhi and support its broader objective of delivering accessible and technology-enabled banking services.
About Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Established in 1894, Punjab National Bank (PNB) is one of India’s major public sector banks. Headquartered in New Delhi, the bank provides a wide range of financial services, including retail and corporate banking, loans, digital banking and other financial products.
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