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Gopalakrishna Pai

Vice President Operations, Equitas Small Finance Bank
Chennai, Tamil Nadu,India
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Gopalakrishna Pai's Overview

Total Experience26 years
CompanyEquitas Small Finance Bank
CountryIndia

Gopalakrishna Pai is an eminent Indian novelist, playwright, and short story writer in the Kannada language. He is highly acclaimed for his profound historical research and narrative depth, particularly evident in his magnum opus 'Swapna Saraswata'. His works often explore themes of migration, cultural identity, historical consciousness, and the human condition, presented through meticulous storytelling and rich character development. Pai's contribution to contemporary Kannada literature is significant, bringing historical narratives to life with a compelling and authentic voice. He is known for his dedication to extensive research before embarking on his literary projects, lending immense credibility and detail to his fictional worlds.

Professional Summary

Gopalakrishna Pai's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Equitas Small Finance Bank - Vice President Operations (2021 to Present)
Kotak Mahindra Bank - Zonal Nodal Officer (2020 to 2021)
Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. - Associate Vice President & Zonal Service Quality Manager (2012 to 2020)
Kotak Mahindra Bank - Cluster Operations Manager (2008 to 2012)
HDFC Bank - Manager - Transactional Banking Group (2001 to 2004)
Benares State Bank Ltd - Clerk cum Cashier (1997 to 2001)

Notable Achievements

Sahitya Akademi Award

Awarded in 2011 for his monumental Kannada novel 'Swapna Saraswata', which chronicles the migration of Saraswat Brahmins from Goa. The award recognized its literary excellence, historical research, and significant contribution to Indian literature.

Karnataka Sahitya Academy Award

Received for his contributions to Kannada literature, recognizing the overall impact and quality of his literary works over the years.

Critical Acclaim for 'Swapna Saraswata'

His novel 'Swapna Saraswata' (published in 2009) is considered a landmark in Kannada literature, lauded for its extensive research spanning over a decade, its epic scope, and its sensitive portrayal of a community's history and displacement. It also won other prestigious awards like the H.V. Savithramma Dattinidhi Award and Chadaga Award.

Translation and Wider Reach

His works, especially 'Swapna Saraswata' (translated as 'The Belated Bachelor Party' by an unrelated author, but 'Swapna Saraswata' itself has been translated into English by Rashmi Terdal as 'Swapna Saraswata: The World of the Saraswats'), have been translated into other languages, including English, enabling a broader audience to access his historical narratives and literary style.

Educational Background

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law

Govt. Law College, Ernakulam 682 011 - Year 1992

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Company Overview

Equitas Small Finance Bank
Total employees22878
HeadquartersChennai
Founded2016

Equitas Small Finance Bank is an Indian new age bank that commenced its banking operations on September 5, 2016. It provides a comprehensive range of banking and financial services primarily to underserved and unserved segments of the population, including individuals, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Their offerings include savings accounts, current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, various loan products (like vehicle loans, microfinance, housing loans, business loans), third-party insurance and investment products, and digital banking solutions. The bank focuses on financial inclusion and aims to make banking accessible and affordable to all.

Equitas Small Finance Bank Stock Information
Equitas Small Finance Bank, Inc. is listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) under the ticker symbol EQUITASBNK (NSE), 543243 (BSE). The company went public on November 2, 2020

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