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Sunil Kakkar Appointed as Whole-Time Director at Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has appointed Sunil Kakkar as an Additional Director and Whole-Time Director, designated as Director (Corporate Planning), for a three-year term from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. With over 35 years of experience at Maruti Suzuki, Kakkar has played a pivotal role in corporate planning, supply chain management, and localisation efforts. His leadership in joint ventures with global partners and his active involvement in industry bodies highlight his significant contributions to the Indian automotive sector.

Key Highlights

New Appointment

Sunil Kakkar has been appointed as Director (Corporate Planning) for a tenure from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028.

Extensive Experience

Over 35 years at Maruti Suzuki, holding key leadership roles.

Current Role

Senior Executive Officer heading Corporate Planning and a key member of the Executive Committee.

Previous Leadership Roles

Head of Supply Chain Vertical
Plant Head – Gurgaon Production Operations
Led strategic localisation initiatives

Key Contributions

Played a vital role in supply chain development for major projects.
Led joint ventures with Japanese, Italian, and French firms for AMT technology, plastic fuel tanks, high-tensile sheet metal, and controllers.

Industry Involvement

Serves on the boards of MSIL’s associate companies, including Mark Exhaust Systems, SKH Metals, and Hanon Climate Systems India.
Chairman of SIAM’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat-Sourcing Group, promoting localisation in the Indian auto industry.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Sunil Kakkar Appointed as Whole-Time Director at Maruti Suzuki
New Position	Director (Corporate Planning), Maruti Suzuki
Term Duration	April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2028
Current Role	Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Planning
Experience	35+ years at Maruti Suzuki
Previous Roles	Head of Supply Chain, Plant Head (Gurgaon)
Key Achievements	Supply chain development, joint ventures, localisation efforts
Board Memberships	Mark Exhaust Systems, SKH Metals, Hanon Climate Systems India
Industry Role	Chairman, SIAM’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat-Sourcing Group