S H Kelkar Appoints Avik Ghosh as Executive Vice President – HR, Asia
S H Kelkar and Company Limited has appointed Mr. Avik Ghosh as Executive Vice President – HR, Asia and Senior Management Personnel with immediate effect from January 19, 2026. The Board of Directors approved the appointment based on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee's recommendation. Mr. Ghosh brings nearly 20 years of HR experience from organizations like ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, Kerry, and Anvil Energy, with educational qualifications from Nottingham University Business School and XLRI Jamshedpur.

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S H Kelkar and Company Limited has announced a key senior management appointment, strengthening its leadership team with the addition of an experienced HR professional. The company informed stock exchanges about this strategic appointment on January 19, 2026.
Board Approval and Appointment Details
The Board of Directors approved the appointment of Mr. Avik Ghosh as Executive Vice President – HR, Asia and Senior Management Personnel with immediate effect. The decision was made based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, with board approval received at 03:19 p.m. (IST) on January 19, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Position: | Executive Vice President – HR, Asia |
| Appointment Date: | January 19, 2026 |
| Effective From: | Immediate |
| Board Approval Time: | 03:19 p.m. (IST) |
| Term: | Not Applicable |
Professional Background and Qualifications
Mr. Avik Ghosh brings substantial expertise to his new role, with nearly 20 years of comprehensive experience across all facets of human resources management. His educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Management Studies from Nottingham University Business School, UK, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from XLRI, Jamshedpur.
Career Experience
Throughout his career, Mr. Ghosh has worked with several prominent organizations, building extensive experience in HR leadership roles. His professional journey includes tenures at:
- ICICI Bank
- Asian Paints
- Kerry (11.5 years)
- Anvil Energy
During his significant 11.5-year stint at Kerry, he held multiple regional HR leadership positions, covering diverse geographical regions including Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), and Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (APMEsA).
Regulatory Compliance
The appointment was announced in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company has fulfilled all disclosure requirements as mandated under the listing regulations, including detailed information about the appointee's background and qualifications. The company confirmed that Mr. Ghosh is not related to any existing director of the company.
Corporate Communication
The appointment notification has been formally communicated to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Additionally, the information has been uploaded on the company's official website at www.keva.co.in , ensuring transparent communication with all stakeholders about this senior management change.
Historical Stock Returns for SH Kelkar & Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.88% | -10.28% | -3.78% | -33.62% | -29.02% | +29.85% |










































