Rajeev Kher appointed Chairperson of Star Health Insurance Board

Star Health and Allied Insurance Company (Star Health Insurance), India’s largest retail health insurance provider, has announced the appointment of Rajeev Kher, Independent Director, as Chairperson of its Board of Directors. The decision was made at the Board meeting held on April 29, 2025. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

Kher is a former Commerce Secretary to the Government of India and a senior officer of the Indian Administrative Service. He has served in leadership roles within the Ministries of Environment and Commerce and was a Member of the Competition Appellate Tribunal. He has worked on India’s Foreign Trade Policy (2015–2020), led trade negotiations, and contributed to regulatory frameworks in alignment with global norms. His expertise continues to be utilised by government bodies, global corporations, and policy think tanks.

Commenting on his appointment, Rajeev Kher said, “I am deeply honoured to take on this responsibility at a time when health insurance is becoming central to India’s social and economic resilience. Star Health has been a pioneer in this space, with a strong reputation for customer focus, innovation, and execution. I look forward to working closely with the Board and management to strengthen governance, drive long-term value, and steer the company through the evolving landscape of healthcare and insurance. Our focus will remain firmly on inclusive growth, ethical leadership, and institutional excellence.”

Anand Roy, Managing Director and CEO, Star Health Insurance, welcomed the development. He said, “We are privileged to have Rajeev Kher lead our Board at this important juncture. His visionary leadership, vast policy experience, and deep understanding of governance and public interest will be invaluable as we chart Star Health’s next phase of growth. Kher’s depth of policy expertise and leadership across critical domains will add immense value to Star Health as we continue to build a future-ready, purpose-driven organisation. We look forward to his guidance in shaping the company’s next phase of growth and further strengthening our commitment to accessible and trusted health insurance for all.”