Two senior executives at The New India Assurance Company Limited are stepping into new roles, with Mary Abraham named Chief Risk Officer and S. Dinakaran appointed Chief Underwriting Officer, both effective 2 April 2026. The announcements underscore an internal reshuffle aimed at strengthening key risk and underwriting functions as the insurer advances its long-term strategy.
Mary Abraham, who currently serves as General Manager, brings more than 35 years of experience in the insurance sector. She holds an MBA in Finance and is a Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India.
S. Dinakaran, also a General Manager, has over 34 years in the industry. He is a BE in Mechanical Engineering with a Diploma in Industrial Engineering and is a Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India.
Internal promotions like these are often interpreted as a vote of confidence in the company’s leadership bench and can help ensure continuity in governance and client focus. As The New India Assurance Company Limited steers through a competitive landscape, the combined strengths in risk management and underwriting could reinforce resilience and sustained growth.