KVS Manian resigned as the Joint Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank, effective immediately. He had been re-designated to this position on March 1, 2024. In his resignation letter, Manian cited his decision to pursue other opportunities in the financial services sector. He expressed gratitude for his time with Kotak Mahindra Bank and highlighted his contributions to the group's success, particularly in expanding its retail banking division. Manian, an electrical engineer from IIT BHU Varanasi, joined the bank in 1995 and played a crucial role in its transformation from an NBFC to a full-fledged bank.