Speakers

DEEPAK PANCHAL

Director- Claims, Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated

DEEPAK PANCHAL

DEEPAK PANCHAL

Director- Claims, Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated

DEEPAK PANCHAL's Bio

Deepak Panchal is a seasoned insurance professional with 19 years of experience in claims administration, risk management, and fraud prevention. Currently associated with Reinsurance Group of America (RGA), he focuses on strengthening operational excellence through vigilant risk mitigation and robust claims practices. An alumnus of the Indian School of Business, he brings deep expertise in governance, controls, and process efficiency across insurance operations.

SHAMMI KAPOOR

SVP & Head - Operations, CS and Health Claims, Magma General Insurance Limited

SHAMMI KAPOOR

SVP & Head - Operations, CS and Health Claims, Magma General Insurance Limited

SHAMMI KAPOOR's Bio

A seasoned insurance leader with over 20 years of industry experience, Shammi is the Senior Vice President & Head of Operations, Customer Service, and Claims at Magma General Insurance. He has led large-scale digital transformation and operational excellence initiatives, driving significant efficiency gains, cost optimization, and enhanced customer experience. A certified ISO and BPMS auditor, Shammi is widely recognized for service excellence, quality leadership, and customer-centric innovation.

NIRMAL BHATTACHARYA

Chief Technical Officer, Risk Care Insurance Broking Services Private Limited

NIRMAL BHATTACHARYA

Chief Technical Officer, Risk Care Insurance Broking Services Private Limited

NIRMAL BHATTACHARYA's Bio

Nirmal Bhattacharya is the Chief Technical Officer at Risk Care Insurance Broking Services Pvt. Ltd., bringing over four decades of distinguished experience across the insurance value chain. His expertise spans underwriting, product development, risk and claims management, reinsurance, marketing, and professional training. A seasoned industry leader and thought contributor, he is widely respected for driving robust risk solutions and strengthening technical excellence in insurance broking.

DR. SANJEEV DWIVEDI

President- Insurance Fraud Prevention Expert, Bajaj General Insurance

DR. SANJEEV DWIVEDI

President- Insurance Fraud Prevention Expert, Bajaj General Insurance

DR. SANJEEV DWIVEDI's Bio

With over 26 years of experience in the insurance, Banking and Telecom industry, I am a seasoned executive with a passion for fraud prevention and loss mitigation. I have been leading the investigation and loss mitigation division at Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, one of the largest and most trusted insurers in India, since 2017.

In my current role, I have implemented a robust fraud detection and prevention strategies, resulting in significant savings and improved customer satisfaction. I also manage the business relationship with various stakeholders, including regulators, law enforcement agencies, and external vendors, to ensure compliance and collaboration. Additionally, I leverage my analytical skills and financial risk management expertise to optimize the operational efficiency and profitability of the division

KANIKA GARG

Chief Operating Officer, Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited

KANIKA GARG

Chief Operating Officer, Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited

KANIKA GARG's Bio

Kanika Garg is the Chief Operating Officer at Future Generali India Insurance, with deep expertise in digital and technology transformation, product strategy, and large-scale operations across B2C and B2B businesses. An IIM Bangalore alumna and Certified Independent Director, she has held leadership roles with Jio, Tata, Airtel, and IBM. Recognized as a WhitePage Asia Power Woman, she brings a strong governance-led, customer-centric perspective to enterprise growth

DR. LAVANYA R. MUNDAYUR

Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. (AICIL)

DR. LAVANYA R. MUNDAYUR

Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. (AICIL)

DR. LAVANYA R. MUNDAYUR's Bio

Dr. Lavanya R. Mundayur is currently the Chairman cum Managing Director of Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. (AICIL). She has over three decades of experience in the insurance sector across India and international markets. Previously as General Manager-Technical and Chief Underwriting Officer at New India Assurance, she led the Property, Marine, and Aviation underwriting and claims divisions.

A strong advocate for diversity, Dr. Mundayur became the first female CEO to head a GCC operation. While at New India’s Dubai office, she was the board/committee member of industry associations such as IBG and GIMIC. In 2023, she received an Honorary Industrial Doctorate from AIMRI, UAE, for her contributions to the field. She holds a postgraduate degree in Analytical Chemistry, is a Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India, and a Certified Reinsurance Specialist from Singapore College of Insurance.

BISWAJIT SARKAR

Senior Vice President Underwriting, Kotak Life

BISWAJIT SARKAR

Senior Vice President Underwriting, Kotak Life

BISWAJIT SARKAR's Bio

Biswajit Sarkar is a seasoned insurance professional with over a decade of experience in life insurance underwriting and risk management. He currently serves as Senior Vice President & Head of Underwriting at Kotak Life Insurance, where he leads underwriting strategy, governance, and portfolio management across individual and group businesses.

With deep expertise in risk assessment, reinsurance management, regulatory compliance, and fraud detection, Biswajit has played a key role in strengthening underwriting frameworks and aligning mortality assumptions with business objectives. He has held progressive leadership roles at Kotak Life, including AVP, DVP, and Chief Manager, building a strong track record in underwriting excellence.

A respected industry voice, Biswajit frequently shares insights on data-driven underwriting, claims management, and fraud analytics, and has been a speaker at leading insurance and risk forums.

VINAY JANPAMULA

Head- Partnerships,Combi Business Distribution & Special Projects, HDFC ERGO General Insurance

VINAY JANPAMULA

Head- Partnerships,Combi Business Distribution & Special Projects, HDFC ERGO General Insurance

VINAY JANPAMULA's Bio

Vinay Janpamula is the Head- Partnerships,Combi Business Distribution & Special Projects - at HDFC ERGO General Insurance. With a tenure spanning over 20 years, he enjoys vast experience in functions like operations & services group, distribution planning & process management and retail business, across all major distribution lines.

In his present role, his responsibilities encompass strategic portfolio management and customer retention strategies within the accident and health divisions. His leadership extends to overseeing business distribution for partnership and combi business initiatives.

Before joining HDFC ERGO, he was working with BNP Paribas in telesales vertical. Vinay is a commerce graduate and holds an executive post graduate diploma in international business from IIFT, New Delhi. Additionally, he is a diploma holder in business finance from ICFAI and pursued management development program from IIM Bangalore and NMIMS Mumbai.

Empowering Bharat’s Insurance Future Through Technology & Intelligence

Bharat InsurTech Innovation Confex & Awards 2026

Bharat InsurTech Innovation Confex & Awards 2026

Speakers

DEEPAK PANCHAL

SHAMMI KAPOOR

NIRMAL BHATTACHARYA

DR. SANJEEV DWIVEDI

KANIKA GARG

DR. LAVANYA R. MUNDAYUR

BISWAJIT SARKAR

VINAY JANPAMULA

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