Mumbai: Business Today has announced the jury for the 29th edition of the BT Best Banks Awards 2023-24, highlighting a remarkable panel of leaders from across the gamut of government and industry. This year’s jury not only brings together some of the most experienced voices in banking and finance, but also reflects the growing representation of women in leadership roles within the industry.

The jury will convene on 11 November to assess India’s banking sector, large non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), and fintech firms, drawing on its unparalleled expertise honed over nearly three decades. The evaluation will be based on insights provided by the knowledge partner KPMG for this initiative, focusing on three key parameters-growth, size, and strength—while conducting a thorough financial ratio analysis covering over 35 sub-parameters.

Former chair, standing committee on Finance and MoS Finance, Jayant Sinha has consented to Chair this year’s jury.

The jury boasts of two esteemed women leaders from the financial sector:  J.P. Morgan former chairman, South & Southeast Asia, Kalpana Morparia and former chairman and managing director of General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC), Alice G. Vaidyan. Their inclusion underscores the increasing influence of women in the financial industry and the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping the future of banking in India.

Other distinguished members of the jury are:

• Shri Subhash Chandra Garg, Former Finance Secretary & Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Union Ministry of Finance

• Shri Dinesh Kumar Khara, Former Chairman, State Bank of India

• Shri Gunit Chadha, Founder & Managing Director, APAC Financial Services; Former CEO, Deutsche Bank, Asia-Pacific

• Shri AP Hota, Former MD & CEO, National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

The jury will evaluate and decide on awards across multiple categories, including Bank of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Best Bank in Innovation, and Best Bank in Talent and Workforce.