APAC News Weekly Leadership Bulletin: Key CXO Movements and Appointments

In this week’s edition of the APAC News Network Leadership Bulletin, we continue to monitor and report on significant leadership changes across the industry. Stay informed about the latest shifts in leadership within various enterprises, and gain insights into the evolving executive landscape shaping the business world.

Here is a round-up that highlights the key CXO movements, notable appointments, and impactful promotions that have taken place over the past week:

Aniket Kulkarni, Managing Director, Pioneer India

Pioneer India Electronics has announced the appointment of Aniket Kulkarni as its new Managing Director. Aniket Kulkarni will be leading the operations of Pioneer India, bringing in his vast experience from previous roles within the company.

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• Pioneer India Elevates Aniket Kulkarni as Managing Director

Darshan Masalia, VP of Product Engineering, Seclore

Seclore, a data-centric cybersecurity firm, has appointed Darshan Masalia as Vice President of Product Engineering. He brings over 20 years of experience in technology and product engineering.

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• Seclore appoints Darshan Masalia as VP of Product Engineering

Sivakumar V Vepakomma, Director (Power System), SECI

Sivakumar V Vepakomma has been appointed as the Director (Power System) at the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI), effective from August 30, 2024. Prior to this, he served as Chief General Manager at NTPC Green Energy Limited, a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd.

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• Sivakumar V Vepakomma Takes Charge as Director (Power System) at SECI

Deepak Martin, CHRO, Lummus Technologies

Lummus Technology, a global provider of process technologies and value-driven energy solutions, has announced the appointment of Deepak Martin as its Chief Human Resources Officer.

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• Deepak Martin, CHRO, Lummus Technologies

Raj Ahuja, CEO, 3i Infotech

3i Infotech Limited, a global IT company, announced the appointment of Raj Ahuja as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He will be responsible for the global strategic, financial, and operational performance of the company in this capacity.

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• 3i Infotech names Raj Ahuja as the new CEO

Rajneesh Narang, Interim Chairman and MD, HPCL

Rajneesh Narang, Director (Finance), HPCL, would take on the roles of chairman and managing director for the corporation for three months starting on September 1. He would succeed Pushp Kumar Joshi, who turns sixty on August 31 and superannuates.

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• HPCL Appoints Rajneesh Narang as Interim Chairman and Managing Director

Satish Vadugiri, Interim Chairman, Indian Oil Corporation

Satish Kumar Vaduguri, Director (Marketing), of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), has been named temporary chairman of the business for three months, beginning on September 1

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• Indian Oil Corporation names Satish Vadugiri as its Interim Chairman

Saurabh Kumar, Independent Director, Evera Cabs

Evera Cabs, a key player in all-electric cab services in Delhi-NCR, has appointed Saurabh Kumar as an Independent Director. Kumar brings over 30 years of experience in sustainable energy and efficiency.

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• Evera Cabs Appoints Saurabh Kumar as Independent Director to Boost Electric Fleet Growth

Prashant Agrawal, Vice President of Hospital Business, RED.health

 RED.Health has appointed Prashant Agrawal as Vice President of Hospital Business. The firm said that the appointment intends to transform emergency treatment in India with new technologies and exceptional service.

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• RED.Health Elevates Prashant Agrawal as Vice President of Hospital Business

Satish Kumar, Chairman and CEO, Railway Board

 Satish Kumar, an officer from the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), has been appointed as the Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board. This makes him the first chairman and CEO from the Scheduled Castes in the board’s history, senior officials of the Railway Board said.

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• Satish Kumar Assumes Role as Chairman and CEO of Railway Board

 Shyam Lodh, CEO, VCOM Technologies

VCOM Technologies has appointed Shyam Lodh as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, including leadership roles at NTT, Syndrome, Avaya, and Team Computers, Shyam is recognized for his ability to drive sustained growth.

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• VCOM Technologies Appoints Shyam Lodh as New CEO

Prasad Routray, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Zvyka

 Zvyka, a human capital management marketplace firm, has announced the appointment of Prasad Routray as its Co-Founder and CSO.

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• Zvyka appoints Prasad Routray as Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer