DBS Bank has appointed Gaurav Rajput as Managing Director and Head of Group Marketing & Communications – India. In this capacity, he will lead the integrated marketing and communications function for the bank in one of its key growth markets.
Rajput steps into the role with over 20 years of cross-sector experience spanning banking, financial services and media. Most recently, he served as Chief Marketing Officer at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (BCCL), where he directed marketing strategy across the group’s expansive portfolio. During his tenure, he focused on sharpening brand positioning, scaling digital engagement and driving strategic transformation initiatives.
Prior to BCCL, Rajput was Managing Director and Global Head of Corporate & Investment Bank Marketing at Standard Chartered Bank. There, he led marketing mandates across multiple international markets and was part of the India and South Asia Country Management Team. His portfolio included brand-led campaigns, digital and social strategy, CSR communications and stakeholder engagement across industry forums.
Rajput was also among the founding executive members at IDFC Bank, where he played a pivotal role in setting up and institutionalising the bank’s marketing and communications framework. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership responsibilities at Cigna TTK, contributing across corporate strategy, product development, regulatory affairs and marketing.
At DBS Bank, Rajput will drive brand strategy, corporate communications and stakeholder outreach, aligning the bank’s marketing efforts with its digital-first growth ambitions in India.
