Havells India Ltd has brought on board Manjit Singh Sethi, a seasoned industry leader with over 35 years of experience, as it sharpens focus on scaling one of its most strategically important segments cables and electrical infrastructure.With senior leadership stints at ABB (now Hitachi Energy) and KEC International Ltd., Sethi’s appointment comes at a moment when Havells’ cables business is delivering strong momentum and playing an increasingly central role in the company’s growth strategy.
Why This Appointment Matters
Leadership changes are rarely isolated decisions. In Havells’ case, this move aligns directly with business performance and future priorities.In Q2 FY26, Havells’ cables segment grew 12% year-on-year, reaching ₹2,028 crore in revenue underscoring both the scale and strategic importance of the category. Cables are no longer just a volume business; they sit at the intersection of infrastructure growth, energy transition, real estate demand, and electrification.Bringing in a leader with deep experience in scaling complex, capital-intensive businesses signals intent: this is a segment Havells plans to build aggressively and profitably.
A Proven Operator in Infrastructure-Led Growth
Across his career, Manjit Singh Sethi has been closely associated with:
- Scaling large transformer and cable businesses
- Driving profitable expansion in cyclical, infrastructure-driven markets
- Managing complex manufacturing, supply chain, and project-led operations
- Leading businesses through technology shifts and market consolidation
At ABB and KEC International, Sethi worked at the core of India’s power transmission and infrastructure ecosystem experience that directly maps to the challenges and opportunities in Havells’ cables portfolio.
Cables: From Commodity to Strategic Growth Engine
The Indian cables and wires market is undergoing a structural shift:
- Infrastructure spending is accelerating
- Power transmission and renewable integration are expanding
- Real estate and urbanisation are driving demand for higher-quality wiring
- Organised players are gaining share from unorganised markets
For Havells, cables represent more than revenue they are a margin lever, scale driver, and long-term moat.
Sethi’s background positions him to help Havells:
- Improve operational efficiency
- Scale capacity in line with demand
- Strengthen execution in large, complex projects
- Balance growth with profitability discipline
The Strategic Signal to the Market
This appointment sends a clear message:
- Havells is doubling down on core electrical infrastructure
- Leadership depth is being strengthened where scale matters most
- Execution excellence is a priority as competition intensifies
- Long-term growth is being anchored in sectors tied to India’s infrastructure build-out
In a market where operational complexity can dilute returns, experienced leadership becomes a competitive advantage.
The Bigger Picture
As India accelerates investments in power, housing, and industrial infrastructure, cables and electrical products are emerging as foundational enablers. Companies that can scale reliably without compromising margins or quality will lead the next phase of growth.By bringing Manjit Singh Sethi into its leadership fold, Havells is aligning experience with opportunity at precisely the right moment.Manjit Singh Sethi’s induction is more than a senior appointment it is a strategic reinforcement at a time when Havells’ cables business is gaining scale, relevance, and momentum.With strong recent performance and long-term tailwinds in its favour, the segment now has leadership aligned to take it through its next phase of disciplined expansion.For Havells, this move reflects a clear philosophy:Scale backed by experience. Growth backed by execution
