Jasleen Kohli: India's Fintech Visionary Honored Globally

Jasleen Kohli, Managing Director and CEO of Go Digit General Insurance Limited, has been honored as the Global Fintech Person of the Year (Female) at the Global Fintech Awards 2026. This recognition occurred during the Global Fintech Fest held in Mumbai on September 17, 2026. The award celebrates leaders driving innovation and transformation within India's financial technology sector.

Under Kohli's guidance, Go Digit has emerged as a prominent digital insurer, utilizing AI and ML to enhance accessibility and transparency. The company reported serving over 8.4 crore customers and surpassing ₹10,000 crore in Gross Written Premium during the fiscal year 2025-26. Notably, Go Digit transformed from a unicorn to a publicly listed company in just eight years, consistently advancing its technological capabilities in claims, underwriting, and customer service.

The award reflects Kohli's instrumental role in building Go Digit into a recognized digital-first insurer. Her leadership fosters innovation and customer-centricity, pushing the boundaries of digital finance and insurance in India. The selection process involved a rigorous evaluation by a distinguished jury of financial services and fintech leaders.

The Global Fintech Fest is recognized as one of the world's largest gatherings for digital finance, bringing together global industry leaders, policymakers, and technology companies to discuss the future of financial services.