In a strategic move to accelerate its next phase of growth, Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd (ARE&M) has appointed Chandrasekar Radhakrishnan (Chandru) as Chief Business Officer Automotive. Chandru will spearhead the company’s automotive business across India and SAARC, driving its mission to strengthen Amaron’s leadership and shape the future of energy and mobility in the region.
With a distinguished career spanning leading global brands such as Hero MotoCorp, The Coca-Cola Company, Nestlé, and Airtel, Chandru brings a rare blend of strategic foresight, brand transformation expertise, and operational excellence. His deep understanding of consumer dynamics and ability to lead large-scale business transformations make him a strong addition to Amara Raja’s leadership team.
Harshavardhana Gourineni, Executive Director Automotive and Industrial, Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd, said, “We are delighted to welcome Chandru to Amara Raja at this pivotal moment in our transformation journey. His proven ability to build powerful consumer brands, deliver P&L leadership, and drive commercial excellence brings exactly the kind of forward-thinking leadership we need. We are confident he will reinforce Amaron’s market leadership, accelerate growth across our battery and lubricants portfolio, and champion the next era of innovation for our customers and partners.”
This leadership transition aligns with Amara Raja’s broader transformation into a future-ready, innovation-led energy and mobility enterprise. By combining Chandru’s leadership vision with the company’s deep technological foundation, Amara Raja aims to push boundaries, deliver greater value, and redefine performance in the evolving global automotive ecosystem.
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