Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) has announced a major leadership transition as part of its strategic realignment toward Vision 2030.
The company confirmed that Mr. Kunal Malani, currently the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has been elevated to President – Group Strategy & Transformation, effective November 15, 2025. As part of this transition, Mr. Malani will step down as CFO and Key Managerial Personnel at the close of business hours on November 14, 2025, to lead the group’s strategic transformation initiatives.
Simultaneously, Mr. Gandharv Tongia has been appointed as the new Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel, effective November 15, 2025. Tongia, a member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, brings over two decades of experience in corporate finance, transformation, investor relations, and digital initiatives. He previously served in leadership roles at Polycab India Limited and Big 4 audit firms.
The leadership changes were approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on October 29, 2025, following recommendations from the Audit and Nomination & Remuneration Committees.
In addition, Mr. Hemant Barge has joined the Motherson Group as Chief Procurement Officer, bringing over three decades of experience from Tata Motors Group, where he held senior roles in sourcing, manufacturing, and post-acquisition integration.
Mr. Laksh Vaaman Sehgal, Vice Chairman of Motherson Group, stated:
“I would like to thank Kunal for his leadership and invaluable contribution to SAMIL. He has helped create a strong platform and will now lead our transformation efforts toward Vision 2030. I am pleased to welcome Gandharv to SAMIL, confident that he will further strengthen the company, and also welcome Mr. Barge to the Motherson family.”
SAMIL, India’s largest auto ancillary company and one of the world’s top 15 automotive suppliers, operates 425 facilities across 44 countries, catering to both automotive and non-automotive sectors including technology, healthcare, aerospace, and logistics.
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