Mangaluru: Union Bank of India celebrated its 108th Foundation Day on November 11, 2026, commemorating its journey since its establishment on November 11, 1919. To mark the occasion, Zonal Office Mangaluru organized a commemorative function at Father Muller Convention Centre, Mangaluru, celebrating the Bank’s rich legacy of trust, innovation and excellence in banking.
The event was graced by Vittaldas Leeladhar, Former Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India and Former Chairman & Managing Director, Union Bank of India; M. Narendra, Former Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Overseas Bank; Satyam Palugula, General Manager & Zonal Head, Mangaluru Zone; Vittal Banashankari, General Manager, Sathyajit Mohanty, General Manager, A. Rajamani, Zonal Assurance Head; and Tejashvini V. C., Regional Head, Mangaluru, along with employees, customers, pensioners, valued stakeholders and other distinguished guests.
As part of the 108th Foundation Day celebrations, Mangaluru Zone also organized sapling plantation and Walkathon programmes, with enthusiastic participation from staff members across the Zone. These initiatives reflected the Bank’s commitment to environmental sustainability, healthy living and social responsibility.
On the occasion, Union Bank of India launched a range of new products and digital services aimed at enhancing customer convenience and simplifying banking transactions through technology. These included Digitized Corporate Salary Accounts; Union Vehicle Plus; Digital Loan against PPF; UPI – Global, Circle, ICD & Autopay; Online Locker Facility; M-Passbook; NPS Tatkal; Retail Internet Banking with omnichannel experience; Digital Solvency Certificate; and Centralized Customer Management Portal.
The celebration showcased the Bank’s rich legacy and achievements while reaffirming its continued commitment to customer-centric service, digital innovation, financial inclusion, environmental and social responsibility, and sustainable growth.