Jaipur – Mr. Sanjay Agarwal, MD, Founder, and CEO of AU Small Finance Bank, has been honored with the prestigious HH Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Singh II Award for Excellence in Business and Industry. The award, presented at the City Palace in Jaipur, celebrates Mr. Agarwal’s outstanding leadership and dedication to advancing the banking industry.
Instituted in 2000, the HH Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Singh II Award recognizes individuals who exemplify excellence and resilience in their fields. This honor pays tribute to the legacy of Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Singh Ji and inspires new standards of achievement across industries. Mr. Agarwal’s work with AU Small Finance Bank has empowered communities and promoted financial inclusion, marking a lasting impact on India’s financial landscape.
The event celebrated more than individual success; it highlighted the collective spirit of hard work that drives AU Small Finance Bank’s mission. Mr. Agarwal expressed his gratitude, reflecting on the dedication and resilience of his team in delivering trusted banking services nationwide.
With this recognition, Mr. Agarwal continues to set a high bar for excellence, exemplifying AU Small Finance Bank’s commitment to innovation and inclusive growth.

Earlier, AU Small Finance Bank’s CSR program, Bano Champion, was also recognized as the ‘Best Community Initiative in Grassroots Sports Development’ by the Sport India Foundation! This honor underscores the bank’s commitment to nurturing young talent in rural areas, providing training and resources in athletics, football, throwball, and more. Through Bano Champion, AU Small Finance Bank has empowered youth to achieve remarkable national and international accolades, fostering future champions and driving community development through sports. This award celebrates the program’s impactful role in building resilience, discipline, and ambition among young athletes across India.
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