Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited has announced a change in its senior management. Mr. Rishi Awasthi has been appointed as the new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Management Personnel (SMP) with effect from October 1, 2026. He replaces Mr. Basil Dange, whose resignation as CISO has been accepted by the company and will be effective from the close of business hours on September 25, 2026.
Senior Management Change at Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited has officially announced a significant change within its senior management team. The company has approved the appointment of Mr. Rishi Awasthi as the new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This role also designates him as a Senior Management Personnel (SMP) of the organization. The appointment is effective from October 1, 2026.
Resignation of Former CISO
Mr. Awasthi will be succeeding Mr. Basil Dange, who has tendered his resignation from the position of CISO (SMP). Mr. Dange’s resignation is due to personal reasons, and it has been accepted by the company. His tenure officially concludes at the close of business hours on September 25, 2026. The company has expressed its gratitude to Mr. Dange for his contributions.
Profile of New CISO
Mr. Rishi Awasthi brings over 14 years of experience in Information Security and Cyber Risk across various sectors including BFSI, Technology, Telecom, and Consulting. His responsibilities at Aditya Birla Capital Limited, where he has been since May 2023, include driving enterprise-wide initiatives in Cybersecurity Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Data Privacy. He holds a Bachelor’s of Technology in Computer Science Engineering and an MBA in IT Business Management, along with several global cybersecurity certifications.
Source: BSE
