Lucknow, Dec. 19 -- HSBC India on Thursday inaugurated its new branch in Lucknow, marking a significant step in the bank's expansion strategy and underscoring its confidence in Uttar Pradesh's fast-evolving economic landscape.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, senior officials of HSBC India and representatives of the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

Welcoming HSBC's expansion, the Deputy Chief Minister highlighted Uttar Pradesh's rapid development and increasing attraction for multinational companies, stating that the state's economic scale and momentum underline the growing need for global banking institutions.

The new facility becomes HSBC's 30th branch in India and follows the Reser...