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She is the eleventh president since IAI became a statutory body in 2006. MPhil in statistics from the University of Delhi and a fellow of the Institute of Actuaries and Pension Actuary.
The Institute of Actuaries of India, or IAI, has appointed Preeti Chandrashekhar as the first woman president. She is the institute’s 11th president since it became a statutory body in 2006. She has an MPhil in statistics from the University of Delhi and is certified as a Pensions Actuary.
Preeti Chandrashekhar Becomes First Woman President of Institute of Actuaries of India
Her vast background helped IAI reinforce its position in emerging fields such as data science, climate finance, and economic forecasting, equipping members to address changing market demands, an official statement released said.
Speaking about her appointment, Preeti Chandrashekhar said: “I feel privileged to take on this role as President of the Institute of Actuaries of India at this point in time. As we look ahead, I will be committed to strengthening the role of actuaries to address emerging challenges in climate finance, economic resilience, and social security. Together, we will empower our members to expand their impact across sectors for a more resilient and sustainable future for India.”
Actuaries measure complex risks, from market volatility to climate change, and design resilient financial strategies. Under her leadership, the official statement added, IAI will further empower actuaries as critical advisors on risk and financial stability, contributing to India’s economic resilience and sustainable growth.
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“A seasoned professional with over 34 years of experience, Preeti Chandrashekhar is known for her outstanding contributions to the insurance and pensions industries, as well as for her risk management and consulting leadership,” it added.
Conclusion
Leap in progress: With Preeti Chandrashekhar at the helm, IAI has become its first female president. The years of experience and new ideas on overcoming novel challenges make her stand for IAI at a juncture to take an exponential leap towards climate finance and economic stability. Resilience and sustainability- the direction of actuaries in aiding India’s future economics.