P&G appoints Gopalakrishnan Kalianna as Sales Head effective Aug 1, 2026
Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Limited appointed Mr. Gopalakrishnan Kalianna as Sales Head effective August 1, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosures Requirements) Regulations, 2015. He succeeds Ms. Rohini Venkateswaran, who ceases to be Sales Head effective close of business hours on July 31, 2026, to assume the role of Senior Vice President–Korea. Mr. Gopalakrishnan brings over two decades of experience and currently leads P&G India's Go-To-Market strategy and Fabric Care Sales.

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Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Limited has appointed Mr. Gopalakrishnan Kalianna as the Sales Head of the company, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosures Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Mr. Gopalakrishnan takes over from Ms. Rohini Venkateswaran, who will cease to be the Sales Head effective close of business hours on July 31, 2026, as she assumes a new role as Senior Vice President–Korea within the P&G organization.
Mr. Gopalakrishnan is a seasoned business leader with over two decades of experience across brands, channels, and markets, including extensive work in India and West Africa. He currently leads P&G India's Go-To-Market strategy and Fabric Care Sales. Known for strategic clarity and disciplined execution, he has delivered sustainable top-line growth, margin expansion, and led high-performing teams. His professional background includes leading P&G India's Southwest Division and serving as the Category Leader for the Oral Care category. He completed his MBA in Marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research in 2006.
Management Transition Details
The transition involves the following key changes effective August 1, 2026:
| Role | Incumbent | Status | New Role/Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Head | Gopalakrishnan Kalianna | Appointed | Sales Head, P&G Hygiene and Health Care Limited |
| Sales Head | Rohini Venkateswaran | Ceased | Senior Vice President–Korea |
Ms. Venkateswaran expressed gratitude to the company leadership team for their support during her tenure as a leadership team member. The company disclosed these changes in a filing submitted to the stock exchanges on July 1, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for P&G Hygiene and Health Care
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.31% | -1.67% | -1.58% | -28.26% | -32.81% | -31.74% |
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