India's largest bank celebrates centenary at Edgbaston

India 's largest bank, The State Bank of India (SBI), hosted its centenary celebrations at Edgbaston Cricket Ground last month, as it marked 100 years in the UK.

SBI first launched its UK operations in 1921 and is the 43rd largest bank in the world. The bank also boasts a 25 per cent share of the total loans and deposits market in the world 's largest democracy and operates in 31 countries.

The anniversary celebrations at Edgbaston Cricket Ground saw business leaders toast the bank 's centenary at a stadium no stranger to English and Indian success.

Henrietta Brealey, CEO of Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce (GBCC), said: “On behalf of the GBCC I would like to congratulate the State Bank of India on this truly historic milestone.

“Our organisations have a longstanding relationship through our Asian Business Chamber of Commerce and we are delighted to see this global organisation, with roots in the local community, continue to flourish. ”

ABCC president Jason Wouhra said: “The ABCC have great pleasure in offering State Bank of India our hearty congratulations on achieving their amazing milestone of 100 years in the UK.

“During this time SBI have provided invaluable support to countless businesses and the Asian community. We wish SBI every success for the future. Here 's to the next 100 years. ”

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Pictured: Jason Wouhra and brother, Indy Wouhra