Apollo Tyres Ltd. announced the appointment of Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha as a Whole-time Director, categorized as an Additional Director. This appointment, effective August 13, 2026, is for a term of 5 years, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Sinha, currently the Chief Manufacturing & Sustainability Officer, brings over 36 years of extensive experience in global manufacturing and operations to his new role.
Key Leadership Appointment
Apollo Tyres Ltd. has officially appointed Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha as a Whole-time Director, designated as an Additional Director. The decision was made during the Board of Directors’ meeting held on August 13, 2026. This strategic appointment is set to be effective from the same date, August 13, 2026, and will span a period of 5 years. The appointment is contingent upon the subsequent approval of the Company’s Shareholders, which will be sought through a Postal Ballot process.
Profile and Experience
Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN: 02625404) currently holds the position of Chief Manufacturing & Sustainability Officer. His tenure with Apollo Tyres began on April 2, 2025. In his current capacity, he is responsible for leading the global manufacturing and sustainability team, driving the company’s agenda in these critical areas. This includes overseeing strategy, planning, performance optimization, and the implementation of advanced manufacturing systems, including AI/ML solutions.
Mr. Sinha possesses a rich professional background with over 36 years of experience. His career highlights include leading large, geographically dispersed, and functionally diverse teams across various industries and cultures. He has previously held significant leadership roles at prominent organizations such as Cipla, Glenmark, PepsiCo, and Cadbury. At Cipla, he was the Global Chief of Manufacturing Operations. His earlier experience includes roles at Glenmark and PepsiCo, where he focused on operations, productivity, and strategic frameworks. Mr. Sinha holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from IIT Kanpur.
Board Confirmation
The Board of Directors confirmed that Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any order from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or any other competent authority. The board meeting where this decision was finalized commenced at 2:30 PM and concluded at 2:55 PM on August 13, 2026.
Source: BSE
