Board of Directors

Mr. Nirmal Kumar Minda

Chairman & Managing Director

A seasoned industrialist with nearly five decades of extensive expertise in the auto components & ancillary sector
Pioneering the formation of new alliances and joint ventures with esteemed global partners. Spearheading the Group's remarkable growth trajectory through visionary leadership
Earning global recognition and accolades while expanding the Group's presence worldwide
He has also served as President of ACMA (2017-2018), Vice-President (2016-2017) and the Chairman of ACMA, Northern region for three consecutive years
He had been bestowed with EY Entrepreneur of the Year (Medium Category) as well as Best CEO by Business Today in the year 2019. He was also bestowed ‘Haryana Ratna Award’ for his outstanding professional and social achievements
He has been awarded the prestigious HURUN Self-made Entrepreneur Award, in 2023

Deputy Managing Director & Head Group Corporate

With over three decades of industry experience, Mr. Mehra brings a wealth of management expertise encompassing strategy, finance, marketing, manufacturing, materials, HR, and product/technology development
Joined Uno Minda in 1995 as General Manager (Finance), and ascended through various leadership roles within the organisation
Under his stewardship, the Group's 2-wheeler/3-wheeler switch business has achieved global expansion, serving markets across ASEAN countries, Europe, and Japan, securing the leading position in India

Non-Executive Director

Bringing forth over four decades of practical expertise in financial oversight, operational reviews, manufacturing, and project management
Serving as a Board Member since 2011, contributing significantly to the inception and execution of new projects and strategic initiatives
Holds pivotal roles within the Company, actively participating in the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders' Relationship Committee, and CSR Committee

Whole-Time Director

Mr. Vivek Jindal serves as a Whole-Time Director at Uno Minda and holds the position of Managing Director at Minda Westport Technologies Limited and Minda Onkyo India (P) Limited. Additionally, he serves as a Director at Clarton Horns Spain and Mexico, where he successfully facilitated the merger & acquisition of the Spanish entity into Uno Minda. Mr. Jindal leads the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Vehicle (HV) initiatives for the Uno Minda Group
With 19 years of experience in the automotive industry, Mr. Jindal is a seasoned professional. He completed his engineering at IIT Delhi and pursued MBA from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh, USA. Additionally, he has undertaken an Executive MBA programme at Harvard Business School

Independent Director

Mr. Rakesh Batra, renowned as an industry luminary, brings a wealth of expertise garnered over 40 years in management and consulting roles spanning India, the US, and Australia. His extensive experience encompasses the automotive, industrial equipment, and manufacturing sectors, coupled with profound insights into corporate strategy and business transformation
Mr. Rakesh Batra holds a B-Tech in agricultural engineering from IIT Kharagpur and pursued his master's of business and technology at the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. Additionally, he earned a postgraduate diploma in management from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Mr. Rakesh Batra has completed his tenure in the capacity of Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company on 18 July 2024 and ceased to be an Independent Director on the Board of the Company with effect from 19 July 2024

Independent Director

Mr. Rajiv Batra, a Chartered Accountant from ICAI, and economics (honours) graduate from Shriram College of Commerce, Delhi, is a seasoned professional with over four decades of extensive experience in finance and accounting spanning India and the US
As a fervent business leader, Mr. Batra specialises in facilitating business growth, offering strategic guidance, and providing timely support to enterprises. He excels in devising scalable business plans and sourcing cost-effective funding options
Mr. Batra's illustrious career includes being one of the founding members of the finance function at Xerox in India. He ascended to the role of Chief Financial Officer and subsequently transitioned to Xerox Inc. in Stamford, Connecticut, USA

Independent Director

Mr. Satish Balkrishna Borwankar, an esteemed mechanical engineer graduated with honours from IIT Kanpur in 1974. Embarking on his professional journey with Tata Motors, he joined as a graduate engineer trainee in 1974. Over the years, he garnered extensive expertise in the automotive industry, with a focus on manufacturing and quality aspects of both commercial and passenger vehicles at Tata Motors
Throughout his tenure, Mr. Borwankar held numerous executive positions, overseeing and executing product development, manufacturing operations, and quality assurance initiatives for Tata Motors' commercial and passenger vehicle divisions. He played a pivotal role in the establishment of several greenfield projects within the organisation
After an illustrious career spanning 45 years, Mr. Borwankar retired as Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer. Additionally, he has served on the Board of Directors for various esteemed companies, including Jaguar Land Rover India Private Limited and Tata Cummins Private Limited

Independent Director

Dr. K.K. Khandelwal boasts an outstanding academic background, consistently excelling academically and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to knowledge acquisition. His academic journey includes multiple academic accolades, spanning from school to university, alongside a relentless pursuit of education for nearly four decades post graduation, resulting in the attainment of three PhDs and 28 additional degrees
With a distinguished career, Dr. Khandelwal has held esteemed positions such as Ex-Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister and Principal Secretary to Chief Minister of Haryana, as well as serving as the Ex-Chairman of the Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority in Gurugram
A prolific author, Dr. Khandelwal has penned over a dozen books covering a wide array of subjects, including engineering, management, literature, culture, economics, computers, law, and environment
In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Khandelwal has dedicated himself to social service through various roles within the Bharat Scouts and Guides organisation. He has served as the Chief National Commissioner for Bharat Scouts and Guides in India and held the position of State Chief Commissioner for Bharat Scouts and Guides in Haryana, contributing significantly to the organisation's social initiatives

Independent Director

Ms. Urdhwareshe, an Independent Director, concluded her tenure as Director at ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India, Pune) in June 2020. Commencing her career as a Trainee Engineer, she ascended to the esteemed position of Director at ARAI in 2014, showcasing a remarkable journey of professional growth
Possessing a master’s degree in E&TC, Ms. Urdhwareshe holds numerous professional certifications, including a Diploma in Corporate Directorship from WCCG and a Six Sigma Black Belt from ASQ. Her expertise spans over 40 years in the automotive sector, covering a diverse array of subjects
Throughout her illustrious career, Ms. Urdhwareshe has actively contributed to various national and international bodies, assuming roles as Chair or Vice Chair. Her significant contributions have been instrumental in the development of automotive safety, emission, and fuel efficiency standards under CMVR (Central Motor Vehicles Rules)