Automobile Corporation of Goa Appoints Yatin Kakodkar as Non-Executive Chairman
Automobile Corporation of Goa Limited (ACGL) has appointed Mr. Yatin Kakodkar as its new Non-Executive Chairman, effective September 12, 2025. This follows the completion of Mr. Shrinivas V. Dempo's second term as Independent Director and Chairman. Mr. Kakodkar, previously an Independent Director, brings extensive experience including co-founding an FMCG packaging company and leadership roles in various industry bodies. The change marks a new chapter for ACGL, with expectations of fresh perspectives in the company's strategic direction.

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Automobile Corporation of Goa Limited (ACGL) has announced a significant change in its leadership, appointing Mr. Yatin Kakodkar as its new Non-Executive Chairman, effective September 12, 2025. This appointment follows the completion of Mr. Shrinivas V. Dempo's second consecutive term as Independent Director and Chairman on September 11, 2025.
Board Decision and Transition
The Board of Directors, in a meeting held on September 11, 2025, made this decision based on recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Mr. Kakodkar, who has been serving as an Independent Director on the ACGL board, will now take on the role of Non-Executive Chairman.
About Yatin Kakodkar
Mr. Kakodkar brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role:
- Educational Background: He holds a B.Com in Accounting from Sydenham College, Mumbai, and an MBA in General Management with a marketing concentration from Dartmouth College, USA.
- Professional Experience: Kakodkar is the Co-promoter and Director of Apex Packing Products Pvt. Ltd., a Goa-based FMCG packaging company he founded and has led for over 27 years.
- Community Leadership: He has been serving as the President of The International Centre Goa (ICG) since 2013 and is a Life Trustee since 2004.
- Industry Involvement: Kakodkar has been on the Managing Committee of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) since 2009 and was appointed as its Vice President in July 2025. He also served as the Chairman of the CII Goa Council from 2003 to 2004.
Implications for ACGL
This leadership transition marks a new chapter for Automobile Corporation of Goa Limited. Mr. Kakodkar's extensive experience in business management and his involvement in various industry bodies position him well to guide ACGL through its next phase of growth and development.
Outgoing Chairman
As Mr. Shrinivas V. Dempo's term concluded, he also stepped down from his roles as a member of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee and the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee of the company.
Automobile Corporation of Goa Limited continues to operate from its registered office in Honda Sattari, Goa. This leadership change is expected to bring fresh perspectives to the company's strategic direction in the automotive sector.
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