Raghavendra S Bhat, Managing Director and CEO of Karnataka Bank, emphasized the critical role of auditors in promoting transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth | Photo Credit: H S MANJUNATH
Karnataka Bank organized its annual conference of Concurrent Auditors and Internal Auditors for 2026-27 in Mangaluru recently. .
A media statement said that the conference served as an important platform for discussions on strengthening audit practices, enhancing risk management, ensuring regulatory compliance, and sharing best practices in internal control and governance.
Addressing the participants, Raghavendra S Bhat, Managing Director and CEO of Karnataka Bank, emphasized the critical role of auditors in promoting transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth.
MR Venkatesh, chartered accountant and advocate, shared his perspectives on emerging challenges in the audit and regulatory landscape. Nandan Rao Iddya, chartered accountant, shared his insights on evolving audit practices and governance standards.
Jayanagaraja Rao S, Head of Internal Audit and Chief of Internal Vigilance of the bank, highlighted the importance of a strong audit framework in supporting the bank’s growth and compliance objectives.
K Gururaj Acharya, Chairman of the Audit Committee of the board, presided over the event.
Published on June 1, 2026
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