Hitachi India has elevated Dr. Bharat Kaushal as Executive Chairman and acting Managing Director. As the first Indian MD of Hitachi India, he has driven transformative initiatives across sectors. His new role reinforces Hitachi’s commitment to India’s sustainable growth and digital transformation journey.
Introduction:
In a significant step, Hitachi India has announced a key leadership development to reinforce its regional growth strategy. Dr. Bharat Kaushal, currently the Corporate Officer of Hitachi, Ltd. and Managing Director of Hitachi India, has been elevated to the position of Executive Chairman and acting Managing Director of Hitachi India. He will also serve as Corporate Officer, In charge of Regional Strategies (India), Hitachi, Ltd., effective 1st April 2025.
Strengthening Hitachi’s Legacy in India:
This transition comes as part of Hitachi’s broader vision to deepen its foundations and advance its more than 90-year legacy in India. The move underscores Hitachi’s strong commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in India.
Legacy of Leadership and Impact:
Dr. Bharat Kaushal became the first Indian Managing Director of Hitachi India in FY2017. Under his visionary leadership, the company has expanded across energy, infrastructure, healthcare, financial inclusion, e-education, and urban mobility. His tenure has been marked by impactful collaborations with stakeholders and alignment with India’s developmental goals.
Insight:
Dr. Bharat Kushal said, “I am truly honored and overwhelmed on the trust and confidence placed upon me in steering the future growth for Hitachi in India. The new role will place a lot of responsibility in further architecting and driving a forward-looking roadmap for Hitachi’s colossal growth in India. Hitachi India is evolving and offering an unparalleled opportunity to further advance its vision of delivering cutting-edge, sustainable solutions that not only support India’s growth but also is ensuring pathbreaking and meaningful socio-impact on the last mile delivery of these colossal solutions envisioning to constitute a socially empowered society aligning it with Hitachi’s long-term strategic goals.”
A Vision for Accelerated Growth:
As Executive Chairman, Dr. Kaushal will continue to spearhead strategic initiatives focused on sustainable growth, regional alignment, and deeper local engagement, making India a pivotal hub for Hitachi’s global operations.
Conclusion:
Dr. Bharat Kaushal’s elevation as Executive Chairman signifies a defining step in Hitachi’s India journey. With a renewed focus on regional strategy, sustainability, and digital transformation, Hitachi is poised to further strengthen its role as a long-standing partner in India’s growth story across critical sectors and next-gen technologies.
Source: Hitachi – Press Release
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