Veteran Banker and Former ICICI Chairman N. Vaghul Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 17 Apr 2026

Highly respected financial visionary and former ICICI Chairman Narayanan Vaghul passed away peacefully due to natural causes at the age of 88 in Chennai. He was entirely renowned for completely pioneering universal banking and modernizing India credit markets.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He flawlessly mentored a massive generation of top Indian banking leaders.
  • He was profoundly honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2010.
  • The banking community deeply mourned the absolute loss of a brilliant institutional builder.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Narayanan Vaghul.
  • Field: Banking.
  • Former Role: ICICI Chairman.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Narayanan Vaghul, who passed away recently, was an eminent and highly respected professional who formerly served as the Chairman of which major financial institution?

Correct Answer: ICICI

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About ICICI Bank

  • Founded - 1994
  • Headquarters - Mumbai, Maharashtra