Exide Industries has announced the appointment of Prabal Bose as Senior President and Head of the Institutional Business Vertical, overseeing all B2B operations. In his new role, Bose will be part of the senior leadership team, contributing to the company’s strategic direction in both B2B and B2C markets. The company continues to enhance its leadership team to strengthen its market approach.
Before joining Exide, Bose was Vice-President and Country Business CEO for Siemens South Asia’s smart infrastructure solutions business. He brings extensive experience across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other SAARC countries, with expertise in operations, sales, marketing, and project management across sectors such as energy, electrification, mobility, and healthcare.
Additionally, Exide has appointed Amol Mehra as President and Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), where he will lead the group’s procurement and spending strategies. Mehra has nearly 25 years of experience in the commodities sector, particularly in metals and coal, as well as sales and trading across B2B and B2C markets. He has previously worked with prominent organizations like Adani Group, Vedanta, VedX, and Trafigura, with expertise in markets across India, Africa, West Asia, Southeast Asia, and China. Mehra’s most recent role was Business Head and Joint President of Adani Enterprise’s coal management and bunkering business.
Exide’s MD & CEO, Avik Roy, stated, “Our recent organizational realignment focuses on strengthening our go-to-market strategy for both B2C and B2B markets. The addition of these high-quality leadership professionals will drive our growth objectives in the upcoming fiscal year.”
In November, Exide also announced the appointment of Pravin Saraf as Senior President and Head of Operations. Saraf previously led operations, supply chain management, and logistics at Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals.
The company is a leading manufacturer of lead-acid batteries and energy storage solutions in India, with a strong presence in both the automotive and industrial sectors. Established in 1947, Exide Industries has built a reputation for producing high-quality batteries for a variety of applications, including automobiles, motorcycles, UPS systems, and telecom equipment.
Exide also plays a significant role in the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, and is actively expanding its operations in lithium-ion battery production. Through its subsidiary, Exide Energy Solutions Ltd., the company is developing a gigafactory for lithium-ion cells in Bengaluru, with plans to scale up production for both mobility and stationary applications. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Exide Industries continues to lead the battery industry in India, while supporting the country’s shift toward renewable energy and clean transportation.
