The Global Association of InsurTech Professionals (GAIP) launched its India Chapter at GAIP InsureTek India 2026, held on 29 September 2026 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, in partnership with World Trade Center Mumbai, with GIFT City and the Government of Maharashtra as Strategic Partners.
The gathering drew broad participation from across the insurance and InsurTech ecosystem, including insurers, reinsurers, loss adjusters, insurance brokers, reinsurance brokers, claims settlement agencies, InsurTech companies, IT companies and healthcare providers. Senior industry leaders, regulators, financial services professionals and representatives of ancillary businesses serving the insurance sector also joined the programme, bringing together expertise from across the industry’s value chain.
Delegates attended from India, the UAE and other international markets, giving the conference an international perspective and creating opportunities for dialogue between Indian and global insurance communities.
Held under the theme “Building the Insurance Future: Viksit Bharat 2047,” the conference provided a forum for dialogue on how insurance and technology can support India’s development ambitions. Discussions centred on innovation, industry collaboration and the changing expectations of customers, with a focus on making insurance more accessible and responsive to the needs of individuals and businesses.
The opening programme included a ceremonial lighting of the lamp. Dr. AFTAB Hasan, Founder and Chairman of GAIP, delivered the opening address, while Sir Sohan Roy, Vice Chairman and Board Director of GAIP, shared his message through a video address.
Shri K. Mahipal Reddy, Executive Director of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), attended the morning programme as Chief Guest and delivered the keynote address. He highlighted GIFT IFSC’s role as a global financial and insurance hub in supporting Viksit Bharat 2047, and the contribution of InsurTech and technology to the sector’s development. His address also outlined opportunities under the TechFin and Ancillary Services framework for technology, analytics, actuarial and other support businesses to serve global clients from GIFT IFSC.
Among the international guests was H.E. Saleh Al Hashimi, Patron and Global Board Member of GAIP, who travelled from the UAE to attend and participated in the high-level CEO panel “The Future of Insurance: Vision 2047,” moderated by Mr. Rohit Boda. A senior insurance professional with extensive leadership experience in the UAE, he has served in chief executive, chairman and vice chairman roles, including leadership service with the Emirates Insurance Federation, and as a Board Member of the Insurance Business Group. His participation brought the experience of the UAE insurance industry to the conference’s leadership dialogue.
Prof. Adrian Kennedy, Chairman of Active Life in India, delivered a leadership address. His participation brought the healthcare, wellness and longevity community into the wider dialogue on the future of insurance.
Keynote addresses, presentations and panel discussions examined artificial intelligence, digital transformation, customer experience, health insurance, automation, data and emerging technologies. The programme brought together perspectives from insurance, reinsurance, InsurTech, healthcare, financial services and the wider business ecosystem.
A milestone of the India Chapter launch was the handover of the interim chairmanship by Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman of World Trade Center Mumbai, to Mr. Rohit Boda, who was formally announced as Chairman of the GAIP India Chapter. Mr. Boda was felicitated with a ceremonial shawl presentation. Dr. Kalantri continues as a Patron on GAIP’s Global Board, while the India Chapter will operate under the strategic oversight of the Global Board.
Exhibitors added a practical dimension to the conference, showcasing their technologies, expertise and services. The exhibition gave delegates opportunities to engage directly with providers and explore solutions supporting insurance operations and customer service.
Special Note from the Chairman
Dr. AFTAB Hasan, Founder and Chairman, Global Association of InsurTech Professionals
“The launch of GAIP’s India Chapter is a proud moment for our global community. The breadth of participation across insurance, reinsurance, broking, loss adjusting, claims services, technology and healthcare reflects a shared willingness to work together in shaping the future of insurance in India.
“As India advances towards Viksit Bharat 2047, insurance has an essential role in protecting families, supporting enterprise and strengthening economic resilience. Our ambition is to connect India’s industry expertise and technological talent with GAIP’s international community, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and practical collaboration.
“I extend my sincere appreciation to World Trade Center Mumbai, our Strategic Partners GIFT City and the Government of Maharashtra, and all supporting partners, speakers, sponsors, award recipients and delegates. The India Chapter gives us a continuing platform to build on these relationships and encourage innovation that serves people and businesses. As I often say, ‘No one alone is smarter than all of us.’”
Gala Dinner and Golden Shield Excellence Awards
The programme continued into the evening with a gala dinner and the 14th Golden Shield Excellence Awards, bringing delegates and industry leaders together to celebrate achievement and strengthen professional relationships. The awards honoured organisations and individuals for their contributions to innovation, transformation and leadership across the insurance industry. Recognised organisations included LIC, Kshema General Insurance, KGiSL, Niva Bupa Health Insurance, Nexsys, Enoviq Technologies, Riskcovry, TCS BaNCS, Zurich Kotak General Insurance, ICICI Lombard, J.B. Boda, Tata AIG, New India Assurance, ManipalCigna Health Insurance, Vidal Health, Mobcoder, National Insurance Academy, InsuranceDekho and Medi Assist, among others.
The awards also recognised individual leadership, including Dr. Lavanya R. Mundayur, CMD, Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited, who received the Women Personality of the Year award.
Partners and Sponsors
GAIP InsureTek India 2026 was held in partnership with World Trade Center Mumbai, with GIFT City and the Government of Maharashtra as Strategic Partners. UNDRR ARISE served as Sustainability Partner and C-DAC as Knowledge Partner.
Gold Sponsors were Vidal Health and J.B. Boda; Bronze Sponsors were Nexsys and Tech Mahindra; Conference Session Sponsors were AInsurTech and KGiSL; and Associate Sponsors were Mobcoder, Enoviq and DataEaze.
The launch strengthens GAIP’s engagement with India’s insurance and InsurTech community. The India Chapter will provide a continuing platform for knowledge exchange, industry collaboration and connections between Indian and international insurance professionals.
Following the Mumbai edition, GAIP’s global InsureTek programme will continue with upcoming editions in Dubai and Malaysia, bringing insurance and InsurTech communities together across markets.
About GAIP
The Global Association of InsurTech Professionals (GAIP) is an international, non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing innovation, collaboration and knowledge exchange across the insurance and InsurTech ecosystem. Through its conferences, research, education, awards, membership and industry initiatives, GAIP connects insurance professionals, technology innovators, regulators, investors and other ecosystem stakeholders across global markets.
