SBI Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has announced the appointment of Vishal Bhatia as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Digital Innovation Officer (CDIO).

With more than 24 years of experience across the banking and financial services sector, Bhatia has led transformative technology strategies at leading institutions including Canara Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, IDFC First Bank, Deutsche Bank, and ABN Amro Bank.

Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in building scalable digital platforms serving over 10 crore customers, while driving innovation in fintech, data, AI/ML, and digital adoption across diverse customer segments.

At SBI Life, Vishal Bhatia will spearhead initiatives to leverage advanced technology and digital innovation to enhance customer experience, strengthen financial inclusion, and accelerate the company’s mission of creating a more secure, accessible, and digitally empowered future for millions of policyholders.

This strategic leadership move reflects SBI Life’s commitment to being at the forefront of digital transformation in insurance.