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MUMBAI/MUNICH, APRIL 22, 2026

In a landmark move set to reshape India’s insurance landscape, Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and Allianz Group have entered into a binding agreement to establish a 50:50 primary insurance joint venture. The partnership, first announced in July 2025, will focus on delivering general and health insurance solutions tailored to India’s rapidly expanding and increasingly diverse market.

The joint venture aims to leverage JFSL’s robust digital ecosystem and deep market penetration alongside Allianz’s global insurance expertise and legacy of trust. Together, the two companies intend to build a scalable and customer-centric insurance model, offering innovative, affordable, and accessible protection solutions for individuals and businesses across the country.

The venture will commence operations following necessary regulatory approvals, while both partners are also working towards a separate agreement to foray into the life insurance segment in India.

At a time when India’s strong economic growth, youthful demographics, and expanding middle class are driving demand for financial security, the collaboration is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing the national goal of “Insurance for All by 2047.” By expanding insurance penetration and enhancing financial preparedness, the JV seeks to contribute to long-term economic resilience.

Reliance Industries Limited Chairman & Managing Director Mukesh D. Ambani underscored the broader vision behind the partnership, stating that insurance is fundamental to enabling families to pursue their aspirations with confidence. He emphasized that the collaboration reflects a commitment to democratizing access to world-class financial protection and supporting the vision of a developed India.

Echoing this sentiment, Oliver Bäte, Chief Executive Officer, Allianz SE highlighted Allianz’s 136-year legacy of delivering trusted insurance solutions globally. He noted that the partnership with JFSL would help create a more inclusive and resilient financial ecosystem in India by combining global expertise with unmatched local reach.

With Allianz’s longstanding presence in India since 2000 and JFSL’s ambition to empower every Indian through digitally driven financial services, the joint venture is expected to usher in a new era of insurance delivery — one that is simpler, more relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of a dynamic economy.