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PSU bank merger plan may consolidate smaller lenders

29 Nov 2025 · 07:04 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

The government is evaluating mergers of smaller public sector banks with larger lenders, aiming for a significant overhaul by FY27. Key players include State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, and Bank of Baroda absorbing smaller entities like Indian Overseas Bank and Central Bank of India. This could reshape the public banking landscape significantly.

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