The Indian regulator, Irdai, has directed SBI Life Insurance to take over the liabilities of approximately 200,000 policies alongside the assets of Sahara India Life Insurance with immediate effect, due to the deteriorating financial health of SILIC. The Irdai has set up a committee to ensure smooth policyholder transition. SBI Life has been asked to set up a dedicated cell to service policyholders and provide details of the takeover on its website, and will be required to ensure it complies with regulatory requirements.
