**Vikram Sahu Appointed CEO of Bank of America N.A. in India**
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially approved the appointment of Vikram Sahu as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bank of America N.A. (BANA) in India, as confirmed in an internal memo on December 3, 2025. Sahu will lead the local management team while also serving as a member of the Asia Pacific Executive Committee and chairing the India country leadership team.
Sahu’s appointment was initially announced in March 2025, pending regulatory approval, which has now been granted. He will report directly to Jin Su, the President of Asia Pacific for Bank of America. With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Sahu has held various positions across India, Hong Kong, Singapore, the United States, and Europe. His role will focus on steering the strategic direction of the business in India and enhancing client relationships.
Before joining Bank of America in 2014, Sahu worked at Goldman Sachs, where he served as Co-Lead of Tactical Research in London and later became the Head of Research for South Asia. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and a Master of Arts from Northern Illinois University.
Sahu succeeds Kaku Nakhate, who has led Bank of America’s operations in India for the past 15 years. Nakhate will transition to the role of Chair, India, concentrating on strengthening relationships with key clients. She has an extensive background in finance, having previously served as the head of global markets for DSP Merrill Lynch and as Vice Chairperson at JPMorgan.
In summary, Vikram Sahu’s leadership is expected to drive Bank of America’s growth in India, building on the foundation laid by Kaku Nakhate.
**FAQ**
*What is Vikram Sahu’s background?*
Vikram Sahu has over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, with significant roles in various global markets, including leadership positions at Goldman Sachs and Bank of America.
