Introduction
India’s electric mobility movement is no longer a glimpse into the future; it is unfolding in real time, powered by a new generation of leaders who are reimagining how the nation moves, builds, and innovates. From pioneering EV manufacturing and battery technology to creating intelligent charging ecosystems and sustainable mobility solutions, these visionaries are not merely participating in the transition; they are defining it.
The EV Titans: Leaders Driving India’s Electric Future celebrates the individuals whose ambition, resilience, and long-term vision are accelerating India toward a cleaner, smarter, and globally competitive electric era. At a time when the country stands at the intersection of sustainability and scale, these leaders are shaping an industry that is set to transform not just transportation, but the very future of Indian innovation.
Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer | TATA.ev: At a time when India’s EV conversation is shifting from curiosity to conviction, Vivek Srivatsa has emerged as one of the voices shaping that transition with remarkable clarity and consumer understanding. As Chief Commercial Officer at TATA.ev, he has helped steer the brand beyond being just an automotive business into becoming a larger movement around sustainable mobility. What stands out in his leadership is the ability to make technology feel accessible, aspirational, and deeply human, whether through community-led EV conversations, premium experiences, or products designed around evolving Indian lifestyles. In many ways, his work reflects the larger transformation of India’s electric future: thoughtful, ambitious, and built with long-term trust at its core.
Rajeev Chauhan, Head – Electric Passenger Vehicle Business | BYD India Private Limited: With decades of experience across some of the industry’s most respected automotive brands, Rajeev Chauhan brings a rare blend of strategic depth and consumer instinct to India’s evolving EV landscape. At BYD India, he is leading the electric passenger vehicle business at a time when the market is becoming more discerning, informed, and future-focused. What makes his leadership noteworthy is the calm confidence with which he is helping position EVs not as an alternative, but as a serious mobility choice for modern India. From premium electric experiences to strengthening customer trust in emerging technologies, Chauhan’s approach reflects a larger understanding of where the industry is headed, one that values innovation, scale, and long-term market relevance in equal measure.
Udit Malhotra, Head of Marketing (MG and MG Select) | Morris Garages India: Few marketing leaders understand the intersection of culture, community, and mobility as intuitively as Udit Malhotra. At Morris Garages India, he has played a defining role in shaping the brand’s modern identity, one that feels youthful, digitally aware, and closely connected to evolving consumer aspirations. What distinguishes his approach is the ability to make automotive storytelling feel less transactional and far more experiential, turning vehicles into conversations around lifestyle, technology, and belonging. Whether through bold campaigns, community-led narratives, or differentiated EV positioning, Malhotra has consistently brought a certain emotional sharpness to the way mobility brands speak to India’s new generation of consumers.
Reeti Nageshri, Head of Business | Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs: There is a certain quiet conviction in the way Reeti Nageshri approaches the future of mobility, not as a trend to capitalize on, but as a category that needs to be thoughtfully built from the ground up. At Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs, she has been closely involved in shaping the business and strategic direction of one of India’s most ambitious EV journeys. What makes her leadership especially compelling is the balance she brings between sharp business thinking and an instinctive understanding of changing consumer expectations. As Mahindra redefines what electric SUVs can look and feel like for Indian audiences, Nageshri’s role reflects a larger shift within the industry itself, one where innovation, storytelling, and long-term vision are increasingly moving together.
Rahul Pansare, Group Marketing Head (JEEP & CITROËN) | Stellantis: In an industry often driven by specifications and scale, Rahul Pansare brings something equally important to the table, the ability to create brands that people genuinely connect with. As Group Marketing Head for JEEP and CITROËN at Stellantis, he has been instrumental in crafting narratives that feel distinctive, contemporary, and rooted in experience rather than convention. His work reflects a nuanced understanding of how today’s consumers engage with mobility, not merely as transportation, but as an extension of identity and lifestyle. Whether building premium aspiration or introducing newer automotive possibilities to Indian audiences, Pansare’s approach combines strategic clarity with a storyteller’s instinct, making him one of the notable voices shaping the next chapter of automotive branding in India.
Bhartendu Singh, CMO | VinFast India: As newer EV brands enter India with global ambition, Bhartendu Singh is helping ensure that VinFast’s story feels both future-ready and locally resonant. As CMO of VinFast India, he brings with him years of experience across automotive and consumer brands, along with a deep understanding of how trust is built in competitive markets. What makes his leadership particularly relevant in this phase of India’s EV evolution is the ability to balance scale with sensitivity, introducing cutting-edge mobility while staying closely attuned to Indian consumer behaviour and aspirations. At a time when the market is rapidly expanding, Singh’s approach to brand-building feels measured, modern, and rooted in creating long-term relevance rather than momentary noise.
Vijay (Bachwaan) Kumar, GM & Head of Marketing & PR | Kia India: Few brand journeys in the Indian automotive space have been as culturally sharp and consumer-aware as Kia’s, and Vijay (Bachwaan) Kumar has been closely woven into that story from its formative years. As GM & Head of Marketing & PR at Kia India, he has helped shape a brand voice that feels energetic, contemporary, and deeply in sync with a younger generation of buyers. What makes his leadership stand out is the understanding that modern automotive marketing is no longer just about vehicles, it is about relevance, aspiration, and creating lasting emotional recall. From iconic launches to digital-first storytelling, Kumar’s work reflects the mindset of a marketer who understands both the pace of the industry and the pulse of the audience it serves.
Mohammed Imran Khan, Vice President | Maruti Suzuki India Limited: With a career deeply rooted in engineering innovation and next-generation mobility systems, Mohammed Imran Khan represents the kind of leadership quietly shaping the technological backbone of India’s automotive future. At Maruti Suzuki India Limited, his work reflects a strong focus on intelligent mobility, connected systems, and the evolving possibilities of electric and hybrid platforms. What makes his journey especially compelling is the combination of technical depth and forward-looking vision he brings to the industry, consistently engaging with emerging technologies while remaining grounded in real-world mobility challenges. In a sector undergoing one of its biggest transformations, Khan’s contribution stands as a reminder that the future of mobility is being built not only through bold ideas, but through years of engineering precision, adaptability, and continuous learning.
Pooja Asar, Head of Marketing EV | Tata Motors: Coming from a background that spans some of India’s most recognized consumer brands, Pooja Asar brings a uniquely human lens to the world of electric mobility marketing. At Tata Motors, she has been instrumental in shaping EV communication that feels less about technology alone and more about people, behaviour, and everyday adoption. What makes her approach especially refreshing is the ability to combine empathy with sharp strategic thinking, understanding that for many Indians, the EV journey begins with questions, hesitation, and curiosity before it becomes conviction. Through thoughtful storytelling, culturally rooted campaigns, and digitally integrated experiences, Asar is helping make electric mobility feel more approachable, relatable, and relevant to a rapidly evolving generation of consumers.
Anuj Somani, Senior Marketing Manager – Brand, Retailer, Digital & PR | Volvo: There is a certain understated elegance in the way Anuj Somani approaches brand-building, thoughtful, emotionally aware, and deeply tuned into evolving consumer behaviour. At Volvo, he has helped shape communication that goes beyond luxury positioning to create more meaningful and experience-led connections with audiences. His understanding of modern marketing lies not just in visibility, but in relevance, knowing how to balance digital culture, retail experiences, and storytelling in a way that feels seamless and authentic. In an increasingly crowded automotive landscape, Somani’s work reflects the mindset of a marketer who values depth over noise, building narratives that stay with consumers long after the campaign ends.
Eric Vas, President (electric vehicles) | Bajaj Auto Ltd.: In a sector racing toward disruption, Eric Vas brings the steadiness of someone who understands both the legacy of Indian mobility and the demands of its electric future. As the leader driving Bajaj Auto’s electric vehicle journey, he has played a significant role in shaping how one of India’s most established automotive brands adapts to a rapidly changing landscape. What makes his leadership especially compelling is the balance between innovation and pragmatism, building electric mobility not as a fleeting trend, but as a sustainable long-term ecosystem. From strengthening the Chetak EV narrative to navigating evolving consumer expectations and industry realities, Vas represents a leadership style grounded in clarity, resilience, and thoughtful execution.
Geetika Bisla, CMO | OLA Electric: Few marketers understand the power of cultural relevance quite like Geetika Bisla. With nearly three decades of experience across global consumer and mobility brands, she brings to OLA Electric a leadership style that blends sharp strategic thinking with an instinctive understanding of evolving audiences. What makes her journey particularly compelling is the range of worlds she has navigated, from technology and consumer insights to youth-driven mobility narratives across India and Southeast Asia. At OLA Electric, Bisla is helping shape a brand that sits at the intersection of innovation, aspiration, and mass adoption, ensuring that the EV conversation feels not just futuristic, but deeply connected to the lives and ambitions of a new India.
Saurab Kapoor, Vice President & Head of Marketing (EV) | TVS Motor Company: With over two decades of experience across branding, strategy, and consumer engagement, Saurab Kapoor brings a deeply evolved perspective to the changing world of electric mobility. At TVS Motor Company, he has been instrumental in shaping the EV narrative for a brand that carries both legacy and innovation in equal measure. What distinguishes his approach is the ability to make emerging technology feel intuitive and emotionally resonant for everyday consumers. Rather than chasing noise, Kapoor’s work reflects a more considered understanding of modern mobility, one that values trust, experience, and long-term consumer relationships as much as product innovation itself.
Kausalya Nandakumar, Chief Business Officer | Hero MotoCorp: Kausalya Nandakumar belongs to a rare league of leaders who combine operational sharpness with a deeply future-focused mindset. As Chief Business Officer at Hero MotoCorp, she is helping shape the company’s emerging mobility journey at a time when India’s EV ecosystem is entering a defining phase. What makes her leadership particularly compelling is the diversity of experiences she brings across electric mobility, digital innovation, transformation, and platform-led businesses. Having spent years building and scaling new-age ventures, she approaches mobility not just as an automotive challenge, but as a larger ecosystem opportunity. In many ways, her journey reflects the evolving face of leadership in India’s EV space, agile, forward-looking, and driven by the belief that meaningful innovation must ultimately create real-world impact.
Saurabh Sharma, Head of Marketing | Ather Energy: There is a certain clarity and restraint in the way Saurabh Sharma approaches brand-building, thoughtful, consumer-first, and deeply rooted in understanding how people adopt new technology. Having been part of Ather Energy’s journey since its early years, he has played a defining role in shaping the identity of one of India’s most recognizable EV brands. What makes his contribution particularly significant is the ability to translate innovation into stories that feel accessible, relatable, and culturally relevant. From building the Ather 450X narrative to helping scale the brand’s presence in an increasingly competitive market, Sharma’s work reflects a marketer who understands that enduring brands are built not just through visibility, but through trust, consistency, and genuine consumer connection.
Pranesh Urs, Head of Marketing | Greaves Electric Mobility: Pranesh Urs brings to electric mobility the perspective of a marketer who understands both the science of brand-building and the emotion behind consumer choices. At Greaves Electric Mobility, he has been shaping communication in a category that is evolving rapidly, where trust and accessibility matter just as much as innovation. What stands out in his approach is the ability to simplify complexity, making conversations around EV adoption feel practical, relatable, and grounded in everyday realities. With a career spanning diverse industries and consumer ecosystems, Urs approaches marketing with a balance of creativity and strategic clarity, helping position electric mobility not as a distant aspiration, but as an increasingly natural part of modern Indian life.
Vivek Dhawan, Chief Strategy Officer | Omega Seiki Mobility: Vivek Dhawan represents a leadership style rooted in strategic clarity, adaptability, and deep industry experience. With more than 32 years across automotive and mobility sectors, he brings to Omega Seiki Mobility a strong understanding of how emerging technologies can be aligned with real market needs. As Chief Strategy Officer, he has been instrumental in shaping the company’s growth direction in a rapidly evolving EV environment. What distinguishes his approach is the ability to look beyond immediate trends and focus on building sustainable, future-ready mobility ecosystems. His journey reflects the role experienced leadership continues to play in guiding India’s electric mobility ambitions toward long-term impact.
Jitin Johnson, Head of Marketing | Simple Energy: In a category driven by rapid innovation and constant disruption, Jitin Johnson brings a measured and insight-led approach to brand-building. As Head of Marketing at Simple Energy, he is helping shape the identity of a company that represents a younger, more performance-oriented side of India’s EV movement. What makes his leadership noteworthy is the ability to connect technological ambition with real consumer aspiration, creating narratives that feel energetic without losing authenticity. Backed by over 16 years of experience across marketing and communications, Johnson’s work reflects a strong understanding of how emerging brands can build credibility, excitement, and long-term relevance in a highly competitive market.
Abhinav Sharma, Vice President – Marketing | Ultraviolette Automotive: Abhinav Sharma has been instrumental in shaping the bold, high-performance identity that Ultraviolette Automotive has come to represent within India’s EV ecosystem. With over 16 years of experience spanning brand strategy, consumer engagement, and automotive storytelling, he approaches marketing with the mindset of someone building not just a product, but a movement around futuristic mobility. What sets his work apart is the ability to create aspiration without disconnecting from authenticity, positioning electric vehicles as objects of desire, engineering excellence, and cultural relevance all at once. In many ways, Sharma’s leadership mirrors the evolution of India’s EV narrative itself: ambitious, design-led, and increasingly global in outlook.
Anand Kumar, Head of Brand, Marketing, Digital & Communications | Olectra Greentech Limited: At a time when sustainable public mobility is becoming central to India’s urban future, Anand Kumar is helping shape the conversation around clean transportation with both clarity and purpose. As the leader overseeing brand, marketing, digital, and communications at Olectra Greentech Limited, he brings a multidimensional understanding of how infrastructure-led innovation must also connect emotionally with people and cities. What makes his work especially significant is the ability to humanize large-scale mobility transformation, turning conversations around electric buses and sustainable transit into narratives of progress, accessibility, and long-term societal impact. His approach reflects the mindset of a communicator focused not just on visibility, but on building belief in the future of green mobility.
Pallavi Arora, Associate Vice President Marketing | Euler Motors: Pallavi Arora brings a refreshing combination of strategic sharpness and consumer empathy to the commercial EV space, an area often overlooked in mainstream mobility conversations despite its enormous impact on urban economies. At Euler Motors, she has been instrumental in shaping a brand narrative that speaks directly to the realities of modern logistics, entrepreneurship, and last-mile mobility. What distinguishes her leadership is the ability to make B2B mobility feel dynamic, aspirational, and deeply relevant in a rapidly digitizing India. Through focused storytelling and category-building efforts, Arora is helping redefine how commercial electric mobility is perceived, not merely as a business solution, but as a meaningful shift toward smarter and more sustainable urban ecosystems.
Piyush Pandey, Head Marketing | Montra Electric: With a strong understanding of both evolving mobility behaviour and emerging market opportunities, Piyush Pandey is helping shape Montra Electric’s presence in one of the most transformative phases of the automotive industry. His approach to marketing feels grounded and purposeful, driven by the belief that electric mobility must ultimately solve real-world challenges while remaining relatable to consumers and businesses alike. What makes his leadership stand out is the balance between innovation and accessibility, building narratives that are ambitious without feeling distant. As Montra Electric expands its footprint across India, Pandey’s work reflects a marketer focused on creating enduring relevance in a category that is redefining the future of transportation.
Apoorva Saigal, AVP Corporate Communication and 2W Marketing | Piaggio Group: With over two decades of experience across communications, branding, and automotive marketing, Apoorva Saigal brings a deeply nuanced understanding of how mobility brands earn both visibility and trust. At Piaggio Group, she has been instrumental in shaping narratives that balance the company’s global legacy with the evolving expectations of Indian consumers. What makes her approach particularly distinctive is the ability to blend corporate storytelling with consumer-centric engagement, ensuring that communication feels both credible and emotionally resonant. In an industry undergoing rapid transformation, Saigal’s leadership reflects the importance of thoughtful brand stewardship, one that values consistency, relevance, and long-term connection over fleeting attention.
Pratik Desai, Head of Marketing | Mahindra Last Mile Mobility: Few segments are transforming India’s mobility landscape as quietly yet significantly as last-mile transportation, and Pratik Desai has been at the forefront of shaping that shift. As Head of Marketing at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, he has helped build narratives around electric mobility that are rooted not in aspiration alone, but in everyday utility, livelihoods, and real-world impact. Backed by more than two decades of experience, Desai brings a grounded understanding of how mobility solutions intersect with entrepreneurship and economic mobility across India. His work reflects a marketer who sees innovation not merely through the lens of technology, but through the lives it has the potential to improve.
Vimal Dwivedi, President (Sales & Marketing) | Saera Electric Auto Ltd.: With nearly three decades of experience in the automotive and mobility ecosystem, Vimal Dwivedi represents a leadership style shaped by persistence, market understanding, and deep industry insight. At Saera Electric Auto Ltd., he is playing a key role in expanding the reach of electric mobility into segments and regions where practical adoption matters most. What distinguishes his journey is the ability to navigate evolving consumer behaviour while staying closely connected to the operational realities of the market. In a rapidly changing EV landscape, Dwivedi’s approach feels rooted in experience, focused on building sustainable growth, strengthening market confidence, and making electric mobility increasingly accessible across diverse customer groups.
Virat Khullar, Head of Marketing | Hyundai India: Virat Khullar brings a contemporary and insight-driven perspective to automotive marketing at a time when consumer expectations are evolving faster than ever before. As Head of Marketing at Hyundai India, he has been closely involved in shaping communication that feels technologically progressive while remaining emotionally relatable to Indian audiences. What stands out in his approach is the understanding that modern mobility brands are built not only through products, but through experiences, cultural relevance, and sustained consumer trust. In an increasingly competitive and innovation-led market, Khullar’s work reflects a marketer who understands how to keep a legacy brand constantly connected to the aspirations of a new generation.
Devender Yadav, Vice President | Easy Green Mobility (EaseMyTrip): At the intersection of sustainability and accessible transportation, Devender Yadav is helping shape a mobility narrative that feels practical, scalable, and future-oriented. As Vice President at Easy Green Mobility, he brings a strong understanding of how electric transportation solutions can evolve beyond niche adoption into everyday utility. What makes his leadership particularly noteworthy is the focus on creating mobility ecosystems that are both commercially viable and socially relevant. In a rapidly changing EV environment, Yadav’s approach reflects a larger vision, one where green mobility is not positioned as a distant aspiration, but as an increasingly achievable reality for businesses and consumers alike.
Saurav Arora, Marketing Director | Oben Electric: Saurav Arora represents a new generation of marketing leaders who understand that innovation alone is not enough, it must be communicated with clarity, energy, and cultural relevance. At Oben Electric, he has been instrumental in shaping a brand identity that feels youthful, performance-driven, and distinctly future-facing. His work reflects a strong instinct for connecting with evolving urban consumers who view mobility not just as convenience, but as an expression of lifestyle and individuality. In a category crowded with emerging voices, Arora’s approach stands out for its ability to build aspiration while staying closely aligned with authenticity and consumer experience.
Raghava Rao, Chief Business Officer | Revolt Motors: Raghava Rao brings a sharp business lens and a deep understanding of evolving consumer mobility trends to one of India’s most recognized electric motorcycle brands. As Chief Business Officer at Revolt Motors, he is helping steer the company through a phase where electric two-wheelers are moving steadily from early adoption to mainstream consideration. What distinguishes his leadership is the ability to balance aggressive growth ambitions with a grounded understanding of market realities and customer expectations. His approach reflects the mindset of a leader focused not only on scaling a brand, but on strengthening confidence in electric mobility as a credible and lasting part of India’s transportation future.
Ananya Agrawal, Head of Marketing | River Mobility: With close to two decades of experience across branding and consumer strategy, Ananya Agrawal brings a thoughtful and design-conscious approach to mobility marketing. At River Mobility, she is helping shape a brand that feels refreshingly distinct in India’s EV ecosystem, one that prioritizes functionality, urban practicality, and strong product identity in equal measure. What makes her work particularly compelling is the ability to build narratives around everyday mobility without losing aspiration or emotional depth. Agrawal’s approach reflects a larger shift within the EV space itself, where consumers are increasingly looking for brands that understand not just technology, but the rhythm and realities of modern urban life.
Pankaj Dahiya, Head of Brand & Marketing | Okinawa Autotech: Pankaj Dahiya has been part of India’s electric mobility conversation long before it became mainstream, helping shape awareness and consumer trust in a category that was once still finding its footing. As Head of Brand & Marketing at Okinawa Autotech, he brings over 17 years of experience in building communication that feels accessible, grounded, and closely connected to evolving market behaviour. What distinguishes his leadership is the ability to simplify emerging mobility trends for everyday consumers while maintaining a strong focus on long-term brand relevance. In many ways, his work mirrors the journey of India’s EV industry itself — steadily evolving through persistence, adaptability, and growing consumer confidence.
Vishwajeet Singh, Head of Marketing, Design and Public Relations | Zypp Electric: Vishwajeet Singh brings a multidimensional perspective to brand-building, combining marketing, design, and public relations with an instinctive understanding of how modern mobility brands engage with culture and community. At Zypp Electric, he has played a significant role in shaping the company’s identity within India’s fast-growing last-mile delivery ecosystem. What makes his approach especially distinctive is the ability to make operational mobility feel dynamic and human-centric, connecting sustainability with the aspirations of a rapidly digitizing economy. Backed by 16 years of experience, Singh’s work reflects a creative and future-focused leadership style that understands the growing importance of purpose-driven storytelling in emerging industries.
Satyen Sail, Chief Operating Officer | Magenta Mobility: With more than three decades of industry experience, Satyen Sail brings a seasoned and systems-oriented perspective to India’s evolving electric mobility landscape. As Chief Operating Officer at Magenta Mobility, he is helping build the operational backbone required for scalable and sustainable EV adoption across commercial ecosystems. What stands out in his leadership is the ability to navigate complexity with calm precision, balancing infrastructure, fleet operations, and business growth in a category that is rapidly expanding. Sail’s journey reflects the importance of experience-driven leadership in a transforming industry, where long-term execution and ecosystem thinking are becoming just as critical as innovation itself.
Shikher Dubey, Vice President Sales Marketing | Charge Zone: As India’s EV ecosystem expands beyond vehicles into the critical infrastructure powering them, leaders like Shikher Dubey are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the country’s mobility future. With over 27 years of experience across sales, marketing, and business growth, Dubey brings a strong market-oriented perspective to Charge Zone’s evolving journey in the charging infrastructure space. What makes his leadership particularly relevant is the understanding that EV adoption is ultimately built on confidence, convenience, and accessibility. Through a combination of strategic expansion and customer-focused thinking, he is helping strengthen the ecosystem that enables electric mobility to move from ambition to everyday reality across India.
Amit Arora, Head of Marketing | VGreen: With close to two decades of experience across marketing and brand strategy, Amit Arora brings a grounded yet future-focused perspective to the evolving green mobility ecosystem. At VGreen, he is helping shape communication around sustainable transportation in a way that feels accessible, credible, and closely aligned with changing consumer expectations. What stands out in his approach is the ability to build awareness without overstatement, focusing instead on long-term relevance, practical value, and meaningful engagement. In a sector that is rapidly transforming, Arora’s work reflects the mindset of a marketer who understands that lasting adoption is built through trust, consistency, and clear consumer connection.
Rohit Srivastava, Chief Growth Officer | EKA Mobility: With over three decades of experience spanning business growth, strategic leadership, and market expansion, Rohit Srivastava brings a deeply informed perspective to India’s electric mobility transition. As Chief Growth Officer at EKA Mobility, he is helping drive the company’s larger vision of sustainable and scalable transportation solutions across commercial mobility segments. What makes his leadership particularly noteworthy is the balance between operational understanding and long-term strategic thinking, an approach shaped by years of navigating evolving industries and emerging opportunities. In many ways, Srivastava’s work reflects the growing maturity of India’s EV ecosystem, where ecosystem-building and sustainable scale are becoming central to the conversation.
Sidheshwar Sharma, Chief Marketing Officer | Jio-bp: At the convergence of energy, infrastructure, and next-generation mobility, Sidheshwar Sharma is helping shape how India experiences the future of transportation. As Chief Marketing Officer at Jio-bp, he brings nearly two decades of experience in building brands and consumer ecosystems that operate at scale while remaining deeply user-centric. What makes his leadership especially relevant in today’s EV landscape is the ability to translate complex infrastructure-driven transformation into clear, relatable consumer experiences. Whether through mobility solutions, charging networks, or integrated service ecosystems, Sharma’s work reflects a modern marketing philosophy, one that understands the future of mobility will be defined as much by convenience and trust as by technology itself.
Jatin Chhikara, Global Head Marketing | Royal Enfield: Jatin Chhikara brings a deeply culture-driven perspective to automotive marketing, shaped by years of building communities rather than simply campaigns. As Global Head Marketing at Royal Enfield, he has helped strengthen the emotional identity of a brand that occupies a unique place in the world of motorcycling. What makes his approach particularly compelling is the understanding that mobility is often tied to personal expression, adventure, and belonging. In an industry increasingly focused on transformation and new-age mobility, Chhikara’s work continues to reflect the enduring power of authentic storytelling and experience-led brand building.
Ankit Taparia, Head of Marketing | Yulu: At a time when urban mobility is being reimagined around convenience, sustainability, and accessibility, Ankit Taparia is helping position Yulu as a brand closely aligned with the rhythm of modern city life. As Head of Marketing, he brings a strong understanding of how younger consumers interact with shared and sustainable mobility solutions in increasingly crowded urban environments. What stands out in his work is the ability to make micro-mobility feel intuitive, aspirational, and culturally relevant rather than purely functional. Through thoughtful consumer engagement and digitally driven storytelling, Taparia is helping shape conversations around how cities of the future may move more intelligently and sustainably.
Rajneesh Kushwaha Singh, Chief Marketing Officer | Hop Electric: Rajneesh Kushwaha Singh approaches mobility marketing with the mindset of someone focused equally on scale and consumer trust. As Chief Marketing Officer at Hop Electric, he has been instrumental in building communication around electric mobility that feels practical, accessible, and rooted in everyday realities. His leadership reflects a strong understanding of how emerging mobility brands must navigate awareness, affordability, and evolving consumer confidence simultaneously. In a market crowded with rapid innovation, Singh’s approach stands out for its emphasis on clarity, relatability, and long-term brand credibility.
Kunal Garg, Head Sales & Marketing | Lectrix: With a strong grasp of both market dynamics and evolving mobility behaviour, Kunal Garg is helping shape Lectrix’s growth in India’s rapidly expanding EV ecosystem. As Head Sales & Marketing, he brings a balanced perspective that combines business scalability with consumer-centric thinking. What makes his approach noteworthy is the ability to bridge product innovation with practical adoption, ensuring that mobility solutions remain closely aligned with real customer needs. In many ways, Garg’s work reflects the broader shift within the EV industry, where sustainable growth increasingly depends on accessibility, ecosystem thinking, and meaningful user experience.
Chandan Gupta, Head-Marketing & Corporate Affairs related to electric buses and trucks (HCVs) | Olectra Greentech Limited: Chandan Gupta has been closely involved in shaping conversations around one of the most impactful segments within India’s EV transition, electric public and heavy commercial transportation. At Olectra Greentech Limited, he leads marketing and corporate affairs initiatives related to electric buses and trucks, bringing a strong understanding of how sustainable mobility must integrate with public infrastructure and long-term urban planning. What distinguishes his work is the ability to communicate large-scale mobility transformation in a way that feels tangible and socially relevant. His leadership reflects the growing importance of ecosystem-focused thinking in building India’s next generation of clean transportation networks.
Arun Pratap Singh, Chief Operating Officer | Matter: Arun Pratap Singh brings a systems-driven and innovation-oriented mindset to the evolving world of electric mobility. As Chief Operating Officer at Matter, he plays a pivotal role in steering operational strategy for a company focused on redefining performance-led EV experiences. What makes his leadership particularly compelling is the ability to combine executional discipline with a strong understanding of emerging mobility technologies and consumer expectations. In a category that continues to push the boundaries of engineering and design, Singh’s work reflects the importance of operational agility, long-term vision, and product-led thinking in building future-ready mobility brands.
Conclusion
As India accelerates toward a cleaner and more intelligent mobility future, the leaders featured in The EV Titans: Leaders Driving India’s Electric Future represent far more than organizational success stories, they embody a larger shift in mindset, innovation, and ambition. Across brands, technologies, infrastructure, and mobility ecosystems, each of these individuals is contributing in their own way to a transformation that is redefining how the nation moves and grows.
What makes this moment especially significant is that India’s EV journey is no longer confined to experimentation; it is steadily becoming a defining chapter in the country’s industrial and sustainability narrative. From building consumer trust and advancing infrastructure to shaping aspirational brands and scalable mobility solutions, these leaders are helping create an ecosystem that is both future-ready and globally relevant.
As the industry continues to evolve, one thing is certain: the road ahead will not be shaped by technology alone, but by the vision, resilience, and human insight of the people driving it forward.
–This article is the result of thorough research conducted by the IST Research & Editorial team, with valuable support from technology partners like MiQ and Varun Mohan- Chief Commercial Officer at MiQ
Disclaimer
The “The EV Titans: Leaders Driving India’s Electric Future” recognition is an editorial initiative based on internal research, industry understanding, and publicly available information. While we follow a thoughtful and structured evaluation process, the selection remains inherently subjective and may not encompass every aspect of an individual’s professional journey or contribution to the EV ecosystem.
The assessment considers multiple parameters, including industry influence, leadership impact, market contribution, experience, innovation, brand presence, public visibility, and overall contribution toward advancing India’s electric mobility landscape. Given the rapidly evolving nature of the industry and the scope of accessible information, there may be inadvertent omissions or variations.
Inclusion in this list is intended purely for recognition and editorial purposes and should not be interpreted as a ranking, endorsement, or definitive evaluation of performance.
We deeply value transparency, evolving perspectives, and constructive feedback. Suggestions or inputs are always welcome and may be considered for future editions or updates.
