Manappuram Finance names interim Chief Risk Officer as CRO tenure ends

Manappuram Finance Limited has signaled continuity in its risk governance, as the tenure of the current Chief Risk Officer comes to a close this month and an internal leadership transition is set in motion. Madhu Mohan A.M.’s term as Chief Risk Officer will conclude on July 17, 2026, marking a planned leadership shift at the top of the risk function.

To ensure a smooth handover and ongoing risk oversight, the company has entrusted Jinu Chandrasekhar, who currently serves as Vice President and Deputy Chief Risk Officer (Non-Senior Management Personnel), with the additional responsibility of Interim Chief Risk Officer effective July 18, 2026. The arrangement is described as a transitional period until a regular CRO is appointed and assumes charge, underscoring the lender’s emphasis on governance and risk management during a pivotal phase of its growth trajectory.

Importantly, the company notes that Mr. Chandrasekhar will continue to be classified as a Non-Senior Management Personnel during the interim period. This internal elevation reflects Manappuram Finance’s emphasis on maintaining stability within its risk function as it navigates strategic objectives and market dynamics.