Ashok Leyland has received approval from its Board of Directors to incorporate a wholly-owned subsidiary company in Indonesia. The strategic move, aimed at expanding the company's international footprint, was approved during a meeting held on May 28, 2026. The new entity will be established subject to and in accordance with applicable laws and necessary regulatory approvals.

The Board meeting commenced at 11:00 a.m. IST and concluded at 2:45 p.m. IST. While the incorporation has been approved in principle, the company confirmed that specific disclosures required under Regulation 30(6) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 will be made only after the subsidiary is formally incorporated. This regulation, read with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD PoD1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023, mandates detailed reporting post-event.

The decision to enter the Indonesian market marks a significant step in Ashok Leyland's global strategy. The wholly-owned subsidiary structure allows the parent company full control over operations in the new jurisdiction. However, the timeline for operational commencement remains dependent on the speed of securing the necessary statutory clearances from Indonesian authorities.

N Ramanathan, Company Secretary, signed the regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. and BSE Limited. The confirmation was filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Ashok Leyland has re-appointed Mr. Dheeraj G Hinduja as Executive Chairman for a period of three years effective November 26, 2026. The decision, taken by the Board of Directors at their meeting held on May 28, 2026, is subject to the approval of the shareholders and other regulatory approvals. This leadership continuity is significant for the company as it leverages Mr. Hinduja's extensive experience in global business strategies and organizational transformation.

Appointment Details

The re-appointment formalizes Mr. Dheeraj G Hinduja’s role at the helm of the commercial vehicle manufacturer. His tenure as Executive Chairman will commence on November 26, 2026, and will last for three years. The company disclosed that Mr. Hinduja is not debarred from holding the office of director pursuant to any SEBI order or any other authority, complying with regulations set by the BSE and NSE.

Profile and Experience

Mr. Dheeraj Gopichand Hinduja holds a B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Economics & History from University College, London, and an MBA in Project Management from Imperial College, London University. A third-generation member of the Hinduja Family, he represents a global business conglomerate with diversified interests including Automotive, Energy, and Infrastructure. The Hinduja Group employs over 200,000 people worldwide.

With over 30 years of experience at strategic and leadership levels, Mr. Hinduja's expertise includes multi-sectoral global business portfolio strategies and nurturing top-tier management talent. He is associated with sectors such as Automotive, Finance, Power, and Information Technology, and also provides leadership in social sectors like Education and Healthcare.

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