IBLA 2023 19th Edition: Uday Kotak honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award

Uday Kotak, a stalwart in the banking and finance sector and former Kotak Mahindra Bank chief, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th edition of CNBC-TV18’s India Business Leader Awards (IBLA) held in Mumbai on December 2.

Kotak’s contributions are deeply embedded in the industry and the economy's framework, symbolising a blend of nimbleness, agility, astuteness, innovation, ingenuity, and trust. Kotak's journey from a modest finance firm to a financial colossus, recognised both domestically and internationally, showcases his resilience and acumen.

Under his leadership, Kotak Mahindra Bank has transformed challenges into opportunities, evolving from a startup in need of financial support to a financial giant. Today, the bank boasts of an asset base of ₹6.2 lakh crore, a market capitalisation exceeding ₹3.5 lakh crore, and revenues over $8.5 billion, all driven by a team of more than 1,00,000 professionals.

Kotak's influence extends beyond the confines of his bank's boardroom to boardrooms across Corporate India. His vision has significantly influenced policymaking and financial reforms, leaving a lasting mark on India's economic narrative.

Kotak has served on several government panels, including its high-level committee on financing infrastructure and SEBI’s Primary Market Advisory Committee. He is also a member of the Board of Governors of the National Institute of Securities Markets and ICIER, a Governing Member of the Mahindra United World College of India, a member of the National Council of CII, and on SEBI’s Corporate Governance Committee, among others.

His status as the world's wealthiest self-made banker is a testament to his remarkable journey. CNBC-TV18 recognises and celebrates Uday Kotak's enduring legacy and achievements by bestowing upon him the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.