Ashok Leyland Appoints Two New Independent Directors

By Jony Shekhawat | Published Date : August 26, 2025

Ashok Leyland appoints Geeta Mathur and Sridharan Kesavan as independent directors to strengthen governance and strategy.

Ashok Leyland, a well-established name in the commercial vehicle space, has announced the inclusion of Geeta Mathur and Sridharan Kesavan as Independent Directors on its board. Their appointment, which came into effect on August 25, 2025, was approved via a circular resolution passed by the board. The process followed recommendations from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Board Roles and Terms

Table Of Contents

1. Board Roles and Terms

2. Geeta Mathur: Finance Professional with Broad Exposure

3. Mr. Sridharan Kesava: New Independent Director Of Ashok Leyland

4. Conclusion

Both individuals are taking on the role of Non-Executive Independent Directors. These appointments will be confirmed following shareholder approval at the upcoming general meeting.

• Geeta Mathur has been brought in for a five-year term, extending up to August 24, 2030.
•  Sridharan Kesavan will be serving a three-year term.

Geeta Mathur: Finance Professional with Broad Exposure

A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Geeta Mathur is also a graduate of Shri Ram College of Commerce under Delhi University. Over the years, she has held senior positions and board roles across various industries.

She currently serves on the boards of major companies such as:

• JSW One Platforms Limited
• Dixon Technologies (India) Limited
• Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited
• Info Edge (India) Limited

Mr. Sridharan Kesava: New Independent Director Of Ashok Leyland

Ashok Leyland's new director, Mr. Sridharan Kesavan are respected member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and has a great experience of more than 30 years in the finance field. With their leadership, they are now appointed as the director of Ashok Leyland Motors for a period of 3 years. Mr. Kesavan is appointed as a non-executive and independent director of Ashok Leyland. He is an independent director at the Hinduja group and has also worked with ICICI Limited and IBM Global Finance.

Conclusion

With this new appointment, Ashok Leyland ensures to continue their lead position in the commercial trucks and buses market of India. These new directors will surely assist them to grow rapidly with high quality and superior productivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Ashok Leyland Commercial Trucks

Q1. What types of commercial trucks does Ashok Leyland offer?

 Ans: Ashok Leyland offers a wide range of trucks, including haulage trucks, tippers, tractor trailers and rigid trucks, suitable for long-haul transport, construction, and logistics.

Q2. Are Ashok Leyland trucks BS6 compliant?

 Ans: Yes, all current Ashok Leyland commercial trucks are BS6 Phase 2 compliant, featuring better fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and advanced engine technology.

Q3. What is i-Gen6 technology in Ashok Leyland trucks?

 Ans: i-Gen6 is Ashok Leyland’s in-house BS6 engine platform, designed for higher mileage, better engine life, and lower maintenance, especially under Indian driving conditions.

Q4. Do Ashok Leyland trucks offer telematics or fleet management solutions?

 Ans: Yes, Ashok Leyland provides digital fleet management tools, including vehicle tracking, fuel monitoring, driver behavior insights, and predictive maintenance alerts.

Q5. What kind of support or service network does Ashok Leyland provide?

 Ans: Ashok Leyland has one of India’s largest after-sales and service networks, with over 3,000+ service touchpoints, ensuring easy access to spares and repairs across the country.