Succession uncertainty remains a near-term overhang; smooth transition critical: Sashidhar Jagdishan's decision not to seek reappointment has shifted focus towards the board's choice of successor ahead of his retirement on October 26. Deputy MD Kaizad Bharucha remains a strong internal candidate, although his residual tenure under RBI norms is less than 3 years, while the board could also evaluate other internal/external candidates. Thus, appointment of new leadership within timelines, as assured by the board, and smooth transition remains a near...