Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited (ARE&M) has announced the appointment of Narayan Choudhary as Chief Operations Officer. In his new role, Mr Choudhary will oversee manufacturing and operations across business verticals and will be a member of the company’s executive committee.
He succeeds C Narasimhulu Naidu, who is retiring after more than three decades with the organisation. Mr Choudhary brings nearly 30 years of experience in the automotive and industrial sectors, with expertise spanning greenfield projects, technology deployment, supply chain systems, quality frameworks, and workforce development.
Prior to joining ARE&M, he served as Chief Executive Officer and Business Head at Taco Punch Powertrain. His appointment comes as ARE&M continues to invest in advanced manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives.
Speaking on the appointment, Harshavardhana Gourineni, Executive Director, ARE&M, said the company is pleased to onboard Narayan at a pivotal stage in its manufacturing transformation. He noted that Mr Choudhary’s deep expertise in Industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing practices is expected to play a key role in strengthening operational capabilities. Gourineni added that his leadership would significantly support the company’s “Factories of the Future” programme, focused on creating highly automated, digitally driven and globally competitive manufacturing ecosystems.
Narayan Choudhary, Chief Operating Officer, ARE&M, said it is a privilege to join an organisation known for setting benchmarks in manufacturing excellence. He added that he looks forward to building on the company’s strong foundation and contributing to the expansion of ARE&M’s global presence.
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited (ARE&M) operates across a broad spectrum of energy and mobility solutions, spanning energy storage systems, lithium-ion cell manufacturing, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, lithium-ion battery pack assembly, automotive and industrial lubricants, and the development of next-generation battery chemistries. The company is a key player in India’s transition toward advanced energy technologies, serving both mobility and industrial energy needs.
ARE&M ranks among India’s largest producers of energy storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. It is a trusted partner to leading telecom operators and equipment manufacturers, as well as to the UPS segment across both OEM and replacement markets. The company also supplies energy storage solutions to Indian Railways and to enterprises across the power, oil and gas sectors.
The company’s industrial battery portfolio includes well-established brands such as PowerStack®, AmaronVolt® and Quanta®. In the automotive segment, Amara Raja manufactures some of India’s most recognised battery brands, including Amaron® and Powerzone, supported by an extensive nationwide sales and service network.
Amara Raja maintains original equipment supply relationships with major automobile manufacturers including Ashok Leyland, Ford India, Honda, Hyundai, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors. In addition to its strong domestic presence, the company exports its industrial and automotive battery products to more than 60 countries worldwide.
