JSW Group has announced the appointment of Rajiv Mehta as the Chief of Business for its mobility division, JSW Auto, as part of its strategic expansion into the electric vehicle (EV) sector. Mehta will be based at JSW’s headquarters in Mumbai and will directly report to Parth Jindal, Managing Director of JSW Group.
Additionally, he will collaborate closely with Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of the JSW Group, reflecting his central role in the company’s broader automotive and mobility plans. Parth Jindal highlighted the importance of this appointment, noting that Mehta’s extensive experience in the automotive industry arrives at a pivotal time for JSW Auto.
“Rajiv Mehta joins us at a crucial stage, as we gear up for rapid growth in the mobility arena, with a strong focus on electric vehicles,” Jindal said. This move aligns with the group’s broader vision of becoming a leader in sustainable and innovative mobility solutions, particularly in the burgeoning Indian EV market.
With nearly 30 years of experience in the automotive sector, Mehta’s leadership is expected to be a key driver in helping JSW Auto achieve its ambitious goals in the EV space. His appointment comes at a time when the company is aiming to make significant strides in the development of electric vehicles, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and sustainable mobility solutions for the Indian market.
Before joining JSW Auto, Mehta held the role of Chief of Business Strategy, Transformation & Analytics for the automotive division at Mahindra & Mahindra. In that capacity, he played a crucial role in shaping Mahindra’s business strategies, driving transformative initiatives, and leveraging data analytics to boost the company’s overall performance.
His broad expertise in automotive business strategy and transformation is seen as a significant asset for JSW Auto as it embarks on its journey into the highly competitive electric vehicle sector. The combination of Mehta’s industry insights and JSW’s commitment to innovation is expected to lead to breakthrough developments in the mobility space, especially in electric vehicles.
This strategic hire comes as JSW Group, a USD 24 billion diversified conglomerate, makes its much-anticipated entry into the electric mobility business. Over the years, JSW has built a robust reputation as a leader across several industries, including steel, energy, cement, infrastructure, paints, and venture capital. The company’s foray into the EV sector is seen as a natural extension of its long-standing commitment to sustainability and innovation.
JSW Group is one of India’s leading conglomerates with a rich legacy spanning over several decades. It operates across key sectors such as steel, energy, cement, infrastructure, paints, and venture capital. With a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and nation-building, JSW has consistently played a crucial role in driving India’s industrial growth.
The group’s flagship company, JSW Steel, is one of the top steel producers in the world, and its ventures in energy and cement contribute significantly to India’s infrastructure development. By diversifying into electric mobility, JSW aims to solidify its position as a forward-thinking, future-focused entity shaping the future of Indian industries.
