Gurugram, Haryana, India, July 2026 — PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited has appointed Dhananjay Thakur as National Head – Agency Distribution Model. In this leadership role, he will spearhead the company’s agency distribution strategy, driving channel expansion, strengthening sales performance, and accelerating growth through a robust nationwide agency network.
Bringing over 20 years of experience in the financial services and life insurance industry, Dhananjay Thakur has established a strong track record in agency leadership, business growth, channel expansion, strategic partnerships, and P&L management. Throughout his career, he has successfully led large-scale distribution businesses while building high-performing teams and delivering sustained business performance.
Prior to joining PNB MetLife, Dhananjay served as Head – Agency and P&L at Pramerica Life Insurance, where he was responsible for leading the agency business and driving overall profitability. Before that, he spent nearly four years with Kotak Life Insurance as Senior Vice President, heading the Variable Agency business and leading strategic initiatives to strengthen agency distribution and business growth.
Earlier in his career, Dhananjay served as Head – Variable Agency at Bharti AXA Life Insurance, where he played a key role in expanding agency operations and enhancing sales effectiveness. He also spent over a decade with Reliance Life Insurance Co. Ltd. as Zonal Head – CDA, gaining extensive experience in distribution management, agency development, and regional business leadership. His diverse leadership journey across India’s leading insurance organizations has equipped him with deep expertise in building scalable distribution models and delivering sustainable growth.
At PNB MetLife, Dhananjay will lead the Agency Distribution Model, focusing on strengthening the company’s agency channel, expanding market reach, developing high-performing sales teams, and driving customer-centric growth initiatives as the organization continues to strengthen its position in India’s life insurance sector.
About PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited
PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited (PNB MetLife) is one of India’s leading life insurance companies, bringing together the global insurance expertise of MetLife, Inc. and the trusted banking legacy of Punjab National Bank (PNB). Established in 2001, the company is backed by prominent shareholders including MetLife International Holdings LLC, Punjab National Bank, Jammu & Kashmir Bank Limited, M. Pallonji and Company Private Limited, and other private investors.
With a presence across more than 140 locations and customer reach extending to over 16,500 locations through its extensive banking partnerships, PNB MetLife offers a comprehensive portfolio of protection, savings, retirement, and employee benefits solutions. Supported by a network of over 10,000 financial advisors and strong bancassurance partnerships, the company continues to deliver customer-focused insurance solutions while maintaining consistent profitability and long-term sustainable growth.
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