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Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, recognized Mr. Pranav Soorma, an Officer of the Bank and recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award 2024, for his outstanding achievements in Para Athletics. Soorma won a Silver Medal for India in the Men’s F51 Club Throw event at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. The Arjuna Award 2024 was presented to him on January 17, 2025, for his remarkable accomplishments and for bringing glory to the nation.
In recognition of Soorma’s achievements, the Bank’s Managing Director & CEO, Shri Debadatta Chand, honored him with an out-of-turn promotion as Manager, a cash reward of Rs 10 Lakh, and acknowledged him as a ‘Sportsperson’ within the Bank. Chand said that Soorma’s success is a result of his dedication and perseverance, and the Bank stands by him as he continues to make the country proud. The Bank’s sports quota initiative aims to support and empower talented individuals like Soorma, providing them with institutional backing to excel in their chosen field.
Bank of Baroda is a leading commercial bank in India, founded on July 20, 1908. It serves a global customer base of 165 million through over 70,000 touch points across 17 countries. The Bank’s vision is to instill a sense of trust and security in all its dealings with customers. With a significant stake owned by the Government of India, the Bank is committed to fostering a culture that nurtures talented sportspeople like Soorma and encourages excellence in all spheres of life.