As India races towards its $7 trillion GDP goal by 2030, the BFSI sector is at the heart of this transformation. Powered by rapid tech innovation, a solid regulatory backbone, and an evolving customer base, banking in India is undergoing a radical shift. Real-time payments and digital wallets are revolutionizing everyday transactions, while AI and ML are making banking smarter—optimizing fraud detection, credit risk, and personalized services. The rise of GenAI and DeFi is opening doors to new ways of interacting with money, eliminating intermediaries and making financial services more transparent, secure, and efficient. The future of banking is all about speed, personalization, and seamless experiences, laying the foundation for a truly tech-powered financial ecosystem.
The Budget 2025 is a game-changer, accelerating financial inclusion and creating new opportunities. Tax reliefs, such as making income up to ₹12 lakh tax-free, will boost disposable income and encourage savings. The middle class will benefit from tax relief on self-occupied homes, making homeownership more accessible. Senior citizens are gaining more financial security with higher TDS exemptions, while women entrepreneurs now have access to government-backed loans, empowering them to grow their businesses. These reforms don’t just make financial services more inclusive—they align perfectly with India’s tech-driven banking revolution, ensuring the sector remains future-ready and accessible for all.
Looking forward, the FinTech space is set to explode with disruptive innovations. By 2026, CBDCs will modernize cross-border payments, and embedded finance will make financial products a natural part of daily life—from e-commerce to healthcare. Biometric authentication will replace passwords, making transactions seamless and secure. Quantum computing will improve fraud detection and risk modeling, while sustainable finance will see green investments go mainstream. Financial inclusion will soar, with blockchain-powered platforms offering essential services to underserved populations. Together, these changes will shape a future where India’s BFSI sector is not only tech-forward but truly inclusive, setting the stage for rapid growth and financial empowerment.
The third edition of the “All Things BFSI & FinTech Summit 2025” hosted by The Mainstream, will explore the future of banking, financial services, and fintech in India. This year, we’ll spotlight the powerful intersection of AI, RegTech, digital inclusion, cybersecurity, and the evolving regulatory landscape, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators shaping finance in India.
With a strong focus on the Union Budget 2025’s push for financial inclusion, we’ll delve into the strategies that drive accessibility, affordability, and innovation in the sector. This summit goes beyond theory, offering real-world insights into how AI is transforming customer experiences, the potential of open banking and BaaS, and how to navigate the evolving regulatory environment. Plus, cybersecurity remains a crucial topic as we discuss safeguarding financial systems in an increasingly digital world.
Join us for two days of dynamic conversations, practical solutions, and opportunities to shape the future of India’s financial ecosystem.
Networking Lunch & Registration
Introduction & Lamp Lighting Ceremony
Welcome Keynote by Khushbu Soni, Co-Founder & CEO at The Mainstream
A warm opening to set the stage, highlight the summit theme, and outline key focus areas for the two days.
Fireside Chat: Consumer 360 — Reimagining Customer Experience in an AI-Defined Era
Moderator:
Dr. Amit Walinjkar, Director – Customer & Operations | Leads Experience Design at KPMG in India
Speakers:
Partner Presentation: From Policy to Precision: How Agentic AI in ManageEngine IAM Secures BFSI Identity at Scale
Speaker: Sujith Immanuel Pellican, Head of Presales at ManageEngine
Panel Discussion: GenAI. Agentic AI. Real ROI — Transforming BFSI at the Edge of Intelligence
Moderator:
Sanjay Jaiswal, CISO at Nuvama Wealth Investment Limited
Speakers:
Exclusive Workshop
Led by Khushbu Soni, Co-Founder & CEO at The Mainstream
Awards Ceremony 1
Networking Break
#ExecutiveJamSession — CXO Lens: What’s Keeping BFSI Leaders Awake?
Led by:
Dr. Mukesh Mehta, Chief Technology Officer from the BFSI Industry
Speakers:
Visionary Address: Readiness of the Ecosystem for Viksit Bharat – Approach and Strategy
Speaker: Sumnesh Joshi, ITS, Deputy Director General at Government of India (भारत सरकार)
Panel Discussion: Transforming the Digital Backbone – Data Centre & Cloud Trends in BFSI & FinTech
Moderator: Khushbu Soni, Co-Founder & CEO at The Mainstream
Speakers:
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (India) White Paper Launch
Fireside Chat: Navigating Cyber Threats in BFSI — Ransomware, Cloud Security, and the AI Imperative
Moderator:
Mrinmoy Jana, CISO & Head – Information Security at CareEdge Group
Speakers:
Special Address: From Compliance to Confidence: Privacy as a Competitive Advantage in BFSI
Speaker:
Khushbu Jain, Partner, Ark Legal & Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Leadership Perspective:
Speaker:
Brijesh Singh, IPS Officer and Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra at Government of Maharashtra
Spotlight Session: From Bharat to Viksit Bharat — Expanding Financial Inclusion Through Practical Innovation
Speakers:
BFSI & Fintech Excellence Awards
Closing Remarks & Group Photo
Exclusive Leadership Dinner
Breakfast & Networking
Welcome Keynote by Khushbu Soni, Co-Founder & CEO at The Mainstream
Kick-starting Day 2 with reflections on Day 1 highlights and setting the context for deeper dives into data, privacy, and governance.
Fireside Chat: AI vs. Fraud: Defending Financial Institutions in a Digital World
Speaker: Brijesh Singh, IPS Officer and Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra at Government of Maharashtra
Speaker: Khushbu Jain, Partner, Ark Legal & Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Panel Discussion: DPDPA and the Future of Data Governance in BFSI — Balancing Innovation, Privacy, and Compliance
Moderator:
Akshay Yadava, Director at UIDAI
Speakers:
Mission Possible: Protecting Privacy – The BFSI & FinTech Data Privacy Quiz
BFSI & Fintech Excellence Awards
Closing Keynote & Remarks + Group Picture: What’s Next for BFSI & FinTech — Translating Insights into Action
Summit Conclusion & Lunch
Director
UIDAI
Sr President
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Ark Legal
President – Retail, Strategy, Operations and Technology,
LIC Mutual Funds
Co-Founder & CEO
The Mainstream
Member of the Maharashtra Assembly,
Government of Maharashtra
Head Customer Experience
Bajaj General Insurance
Cybersecurity Leader
BFSI Industry
CTO
Small Industries Development Bank of India(SIDBI)
CIO
BOBCARD LIMITED
Chief Technology Officer
Investec
CISO and Data Privacy and Protection Officer (DPPO)
Tata AIA Life Insurance
Chief Technology Officer
LIC Housing Finance Ltd
Cybersecurity Leader
Banking and Financial Services Expert
Chief Information Security Officer
Edelweiss Life Insurance
CMO
GlobalPay & Spice Money
CISO & Head – Information Security
CareEdge Group
Chief Market Information Security Officer and Data Protection Officer
National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI)
CISO
Liberty General Insurance
Senior Director – Sales (Large Conglomerates & BFSI)
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (India)
CISO
Nuvama Wealth Investment Limited
Senior Vice President -Head Customer Experience and Strategic Alliances.
Shriram Finance Ltd
CISO & DPO
Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd.
Head of Presales
ManageEngine
Vice President & CISO
NSE Clearing Ltd
Chief Technology Officer
Bandhan AMC Limited
CEO
Cymmetri
This theme highlights how innovative technologies are bridging the financial inclusion gap in India. With over 190 million unbanked adults, India’s FinTech sector is using AI, blockchain, and digital wallets to provide affordable, accessible financial services to underserved populations. Key reforms, such as ₹12 lakh tax-free income in Budget 2025, ensure that financial empowerment reaches every citizen. The rise of DeFi and embedded finance will make financial services a seamless part of everyday life. With FinTech investment in India expected to grow by 25% annually, the sector is poised for explosive growth.
Focuses on financial inclusion, which aligns with India’s policy vision and global impact investment trends.
Connects technology with societal change, emphasizing accessibility for underserved communities.
Tapping into India’s growing FinTech sector, with investments set to reach $31 billion by 2026.
The digital revolution has completely transformed the BFSI & Fintech landscape. Against this backdrop, The Mainstream presents the ‘All things BFSI & Fintech’ Excellence Awards to celebrate technological innovation in the banking, finance & insurance sectors. BFSI leaders have been at the forefront of driving transformation, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and pioneering innovative solutions that redefine this industry.
With ‘All Things BFSI & Fintech Excellence Awards’, we want to spotlight the industry’s relentless efforts and the industry’s dedication to adopting remarkable changes. Join us as we honour the leaders and innovators who’ve set new standards of excellence and redefined the BFSI & Fintech landscape. Together, let’s celebrate the visionaries who’ve set new standards of excellence and driven the industry forward with their extraordinary achievements and contributions.
Celebrate the industry’s most innovative leaders and technologies.
Understand the latest trends in AI, blockchain, financial inclusion, and cybersecurity.
Connect with visionaries, innovators, and influencers shaping India’s BFSI & FinTech future.
