Asirvad Microfinance, the material subsidiary of Manappuram Finance Limited, has appointed Gerard David Manoj Pasangha as its Co-CEO. Pasangha will be based in Valapad, Kerala.
In his new role, Manoj Pasangha will be responsible for spearheading Asirvad’s expansion strategy, enhancing operational excellence, and driving innovation across its product offerings and service delivery. He will work closely with the senior leadership team to advance the company’s commitment to financial inclusion and sustainable growth.
Experience and Background
Manoj Pasangha brings over three decades of leadership experience in the financial services industry. His previous senior roles include:
- President and Deputy CEO at IIFL Samasta, where he significantly scaled the business footprint and operational efficiencies.
- Executive Vice President at ING Life India.
- Chief Operating Officer SZ at Bharat Financial Inclusion Ltd (IndusInd Bank subsidiary), where he drove digital transformation.
VP Nandakumar, Chairman of Asirvad Microfinance, expressed delight, stating that Pasangha’s deep understanding of the financial ecosystem will be instrumental in bridging the credit gap and driving the next phase of expansion.
Pasangha stated he looks forward to working with the leadership to deepen Asirvad’s impact and scale responsibly while delivering value to underserved households.
