Revolt Motors, India’s leading electric motorcycle brand and a wholly owned subsidiary of RattanIndia Enterprises Limited, has announced the appointment of Raghava Rao as its new Chief Business Officer (CBO). This move strengthens the company’s leadership as it gears up for aggressive expansion in the electric vehicle (EV) space.
Mr Rao brings over 25 years of experience across key segments of the automotive industry, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, tractors, and commercial vehicles. His background includes leadership roles in business development, dealer network expansion, customer support, and channel management — areas critical to scaling high-growth businesses.
Prior to joining Revolt Motors, Mr Rao held senior positions at well-known automotive companies including Kinetic Engineering Ltd, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Piaggio Vehicles, and TI Clean Mobility (Montra Electric). His hands-on approach and deep understanding of the Indian mobility landscape are expected to play a pivotal role in advancing Revolt’s growth strategy.
Welcoming Mr. Rao to the company, Anjali Rattan, Chairperson of RattanIndia Enterprises Limited, said “Raghava’s vast experience and leadership across the automotive value chain will be key as we accelerate our journey towards wider EV adoption in India. His appointment is a major step forward in solidifying Revolt’s leadership team at a time when the company is entering a new chapter of scale and innovation.”
Mr Rao holds a B.Tech from BITS Pilani, a PGCSM from XLRI Jamshedpur, and completed a General Management Program from the Indian School of Business. This appointment reflects Revolt’s continued focus on building a robust leadership team capable of navigating the fast-evolving electric mobility landscape in India.
Founded in 2017, Revolt Motors is a frontrunner in India’s electric two-wheeler market. Known for launching the country’s first AI-enabled electric motorcycle, the company combines smart design, cutting-edge technology, and performance to deliver a new era of mobility. With a fast-growing network and a full suite of genuine parts and accessories, Revolt offers customers a comprehensive EV ownership experience.
RattanIndia Enterprises Limited is the flagship company of the RattanIndia Group, driving innovation across high-impact, technology-led businesses. A Fortune 500 Indialist company with a market capitalization of ~₹7,000 crore, REL operates across multiple sectors including Electric Mobility (Revolt Motors), E-commerce (Cocoblu Retail), Fashion (Neo Brands), Fintech, and Drones (Neosky). With a focus on transformative technologies and digital-first business models, REL is committed to reshaping the way India moves, shops, and connects.
