Coromandel International has re-appointed Mr. Arun Alagappan as Whole-time Director, designated as the Executive Chairman. The re-appointment is effective from February 15, 2026, following the completion of his current tenure on February 14, 2026. Mr. Alagappan is also the President of the Southern India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI).
Leadership Continuity
Mr. Arun Alagappan will continue to serve as the Executive Chairman of Coromandel International, ensuring leadership continuity. His re-appointment as Whole-time Director, designated as the Executive Chairman, is effective February 15, 2026.
Background of Mr. Alagappan
Mr. Arun Alagappan is currently the Executive Chairman of Coromandel International Limited and a member of the Murugappa Family. He holds the position of President at the Southern India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) and is an Executive Member of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
Additionally, Mr. Alagappan serves as the Non-Executive Chairman at NACL Industries Limited and as an Independent Director at LMW Limited and Thirumalai Chemicals Limited.
Career Highlights
Mr. Arun Alagappan began his career with GE Capital Services India in 1997. He joined the Murugappa Group in 1999 at Parryware and served in Tube Investments of India Limited from 2005 to 2017, eventually becoming the Business Head of TI Cycles. In August 2017, he was appointed as Executive Director of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited and later became the Managing Director in November 2019.
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