Asirvad Micro Finance Limited is a leading microfinance institution in India engaged in providing small-ticket loans to low-income households, particularly women entrepreneurs in rural and semi-urban areas. The company offers income-generating loans and other financial products aimed at promoting financial inclusion and economic empowerment. As a subsidiary of Manappuram Finance Limited, it leverages strong financial backing and extensive operational expertise. The company focuses on responsible lending, customer outreach, and sustainable growth while supporting livelihood development and entrepreneurship across underserved communities.
Palanisamy Annamalai Appointed as Chief Learning Officer at Asirvad Micro Finance Limited
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6 days ago
Thrissur, Kerala, India, June 2026 – Asirvad Micro Finance Limited has announced the appointment of Palanisamy Annamalai as its Chief Learning Officer (CLO). With more than three decades of experience spanning learning and development, talent capability building, sales effectiveness, leadership development, and organizational learning, he will play a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s learning ecosystem and supporting its next phase of growth and transformation.
Asirvad Microfinance appoints Gerard Pasangha as Co-CEO to lead expansion and innovation
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32 weeks ago
Asirvad Microfinance Ltd, a subsidiary of Manappuram Finance Limited, has announced the appointment of Gerard David Manoj Pasangha as its Co-Chief Executive Officer. Based in Valapad, Kerala, Pasangha will steer the company’s expansion strategy, drive operational excellence, and foster innovation in Asirvad’s product and service delivery. Recognised for three decades of leadership in financial services, Pasangha’s professional journey spans roles including President and Deputy CEO at IIFL Samasta, Executive Vice President at ING Life India, and Chief Operating Officer at Bharat Financial Inclusion Ltd, where he played a pivotal role in digital transformation and scaling inclusive finance initiatives.