ICICI Life Insurance Limited has appointed Sidharatha Mishra as its new Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer. The Board of Directors approved his appointment as an Additional Director and Managing Director & CEO at its meeting held on October 2, 2026. His appointment will take effect from October 14, 2026, or the date of receipt of approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), whichever is later, for a period of five consecutive years, subject to requisite approvals.
As part of the transition plan, Mishra has also been appointed Chief Operating Officer of ICICI Life, effective October 6, 2026. He will be transferred from ICICI Bank Limited to ICICI Life and will be relieved from his responsibilities at the bank at the close of business on October 5, 2026, ahead of taking charge as MD & CEO.
