Apollo Tyres Ltd. has announced the appointment of Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha as an Additional Director and Whole-time Director of the company. Effective August 13, 2026, this appointment is for a term of 5 years, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Sinha brings extensive experience, currently serving as Chief Manufacturing & Sustainability Officer.
Key Leadership Appointment
The Board of Directors at Apollo Tyres Ltd. has approved the appointment of Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN: 02625404) as a Whole-time Director, categorized as an Additional Director. This significant leadership change is effective from August 13, 2026, and is slated for a term of 5 years, pending necessary shareholder approval via Postal Ballot.
Extensive Industry Experience
Mr. Sinha currently holds the position of Chief Manufacturing & Sustainability Officer and has been instrumental in leading the company’s global manufacturing and sustainability initiatives. His tenure at Apollo Tyres began on April 2, 2025. Prior to joining Apollo Tyres, he amassed over 36 years of experience in leadership roles across various industries and geographies. His past employers include prominent organizations such as Cipla, Glenmark, PepsiCo, and Cadbury, where he held significant operational and manufacturing leadership positions.
Governance and Compliance
The company has confirmed that Mr. Rajeev Kumar Sinha is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any order from SEBI or any other authority. The board meeting where this decision was made commenced at 2:30 PM and concluded at 2:55 PM on August 13, 2026.
Background Information
The appointment details, as per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, include Mr. Sinha’s role in leading global manufacturing strategy, plant management, and the deployment of advanced manufacturing systems. His extensive background also includes executive positions focused on global operations and strategic framework development. Mr. Sinha is an alumnus of IIT Kanpur, holding a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is not related to any other Director on the Board.
Source: BSE
