Shahane was channel head before his elevation.
"At IDBI Federal, we believe in recognising talent and creating leaders from within the organisation. In his capacity as a channel head, Vighnesh has brought about a positive change and under his leadership, the bancassurance channel registered unprecedented growth," acting CEO and IDBI Bank executive director R K Bansal said commenting on his promotion.
IDBI Federal Life is a joint-venture between IDBI Bank, Federal Bank and the European multinational insurer Ageas.