Stellantis India Appoints New CEO

Bangalore- Stellantis N.V. an auomtoive manufacturing Corporation India, has announced the appointment of Mr. Shailesh Hazela as the new CEO and Managing Director. He will succeed Aditya Jairaj, who will be relocating to the United States. This will transition through mid-July.

Mr. Shailesh Hazela, previously VP of Global Purchasing and Supply Chain for India & Asia Pacific at Stellantis, is appointed as the new CEO and Managing Director for India. Since joining in September 2022, he has leveraged the supply base across various regions. With over 28 years of experience in automotive, telecommunication, and railways, Shailesh holds an MBA and a bachelor's in industrial engineering.

Mr. Ashwani Muppasani, COO - Stellantis India & Asia Pacific, said, “We are delighted to welcome Shailesh Hazela as our new CEO and MD and we would like to thank Aditya for his leadership and contributions to Stellantis India. Shailesh's strategic vision and extensive experience will be instrumental in driving growth and innovation in the Indian market. We are confident that Shailesh will lead the company fostering sustainable business growth.”

Hazela commented, “It is an honour to lead Stellantis in India. Our iconic brands have led the global automobile industry, and I am committed to upholding and advancing this legacy. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Aditya Jairaj for his contributions, and I am committed to fostering sustainable progress with our exceptional teams and partners. I look forward to accelerating technological innovation and strengthening our position in existing and emerging mobility segments.”

Stellantis in India operates three manufacturing plants, an ICT hub, a Software Centre, and two R&D centers. As part of its "Make in India" initiative, India uniquely produces four Jeep models outside North America and the Citroën C5 Aircross outside France.