ManipalCigna Health Insurance Appoints Joydeep Saha as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer

Bengaluru: ManipalCigna Health Insurance, one of India’s leading standalone health insurance companies, has announced the appointment of Joydeep Saha as its new Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, following regulatory approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

With over two decades of experience in the insurance industry, Joydeep brings a wealth of expertise in actuarial science, product development, and business strategy. He has been associated with the company for over seven years, having previously served as Appointed Actuary and Chief Officer – Actuarial, Product, Reinsurance, Group Underwriting & Analytics. Joydeep holds a Master’s in Applied Statistics and Informatics from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay.

Jérôme Droesch, CEO International Organizations, Domestic Health and Health Services, Cigna Healthcare International Health, said, “Joydeep’s deep understanding of the organization and the broader health insurance means that he is well-equipped to lead the company into its next phase of strategic growth. We are confident that under his leadership, the organization will continue to strengthen its market position and deliver sustainable growth in a dynamic and evolving industry.”

“Joydeep’s appointment to the role of MD & CEO at ManipalCigna Health Insurance is a testament to his experience and commitment. His extensive tenure and comprehensive institutional knowledge make him perfectly positioned to lead the business into the future. I have every confidence he’ll succeed in this next chapter,” said S Vaitheeswaran, Vice Chairman, Manipal Education & Medical Group (MEMG).

Joydeep will continue to work closely with the leadership team to expand the company’s distribution channels, strengthen the brand, and create long-term value for the organization and its customers. His appointment underscores ManipalCigna’s commitment to building a leadership team with a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for delivering customer value.