Kassim Parekh

Kassim Parekh was a Pakistani banker who served as the 11th Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan from September 1989 to August 1990. Previously, he served as the president of Habib Bank Limited.

Early life and education

Parekh was born in Bantva, Gujarat, British India. He completed his early education in his village and Rajkot, followed by matriculation in Bombay. In 1947, he migrated to Karachi, Pakistan, initially residing in a rented house on M. A. Jinnah Road.

Career

Parekh began his banking career at Habib Bank Limited in 1949 at 18, where he ascended to become the bank president by 1988. From September 1989 to August 1990, he served as the 11th Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan. Later, he worked for HabibMetro until he died in 2017.