State Bank of India sets up Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru
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Why in news
State Bank of India (SBI) inaugurated its first-of-its-kind Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Bengaluru to support the growing GCC ecosystem.
Background
SBI Chairperson Challa Sreenivasulu Setty inaugurated the GCC and 11 new branches in Bengaluru. The bank also established a dedicated relationship management team specifically for GCC needs and announced CSR contributions for community development in Karnataka.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyState Bank of India (SBI) is the first Indian bank to establish a Global Capability Centre (GCC).
- PlaceThe GCC and 11 new branches were inaugurated in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- FactSBI established a dedicated relationship management team in Bengaluru to cater to GCC needs.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the emergence of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India contributes to the country's position in the global services value chain.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure synergy: Leveraging Bengaluru's tech ecosystem to provide high-end back-end services for global firms
- Employment shift: Transition from traditional BPOs to high-skill GCC models requiring advanced technical expertise
Keywords: Global Capability Centre · Service Exports · Value Chain · Infrastructure Development · Corporate Social Responsibility
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