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BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 9, 2026

Bandhan Bank, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, has donated an advanced life support (ALS) ambulance to Sri Sri University, Cuttack, Odisha, reinforcing its commitment to improving emergency healthcare access. The donation forms part of the Bank’s 10th anniversary celebrations, under which 18 advanced life support ambulances are being contributed to healthcare institutions across India to strengthen emergency medical response and enhance healthcare delivery for diverse communities.

The ambulance was formally handed over by Dr. Sarada Prasan Mohanty, Regional Director – Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Reserve Bank of India, to Prof. Tej Partap, Vice Chancellor, Sri Sri University, and Swami Satyachaitanya, Director Operations, Sri Sri University. The ceremony was held in the presence of Siddhartha Sanyal, Chief Economist and Head of Research, Bandhan Bank, along with other senior dignitaries from Sri Sri University and the Bank.

This initiative underscores Bandhan Bank’s sustained efforts to improve the reach, preparedness, and responsiveness of healthcare services, ensuring that patients receive timely and critical medical attention during emergencies. As part of the nationwide initiative, the ambulances have been donated to reputed medical institutions and healthcare organizations in cities and regions including Delhi, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Vadodara, Jaipur, Mathura, Jalandhar, Ahmednagar, Purba Medinipur, Murshidabad, Secunderabad, and now Odisha. By strengthening healthcare infrastructure and supporting hospitals across multiple states, the Bank is contributing to the creation of stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities.

Partha Pratim Sengupta, Managing Director and CEO, Bandhan Bank, said, “At Bandhan Bank, we firmly believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege. Through this initiative, we aim to strengthen emergency medical response and support hospitals serving diverse communities. Our commitment to inclusive development goes beyond banking; it is about enabling healthier, more resilient communities across India. With this initiative, we seek to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by ensuring that timely medical assistance is accessible when it is needed the most.”

Bandhan Bank’s CSR programmes have touched the lives of over 25 lakh families across 82 districts in 14 states, with a strong focus on women and rural communities. Spanning critical areas such as healthcare, education, livelihoods, and climate resilience, these initiatives continue to reflect the Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to social responsibility and sustainable community development.