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Exide Industries appoints Manoj Kumar Agarwal as Director – Finance & CFO

2025-05-07

Exide Industries Ltd has announced the appointment of Manoj Kumar Agarwal as Director – Finance & Chief Financial Officer, effective 1st May 2025. The decision was finalised during the board meeting held on 30th April 2025, following the retirement of Asish Kumar Mukherjee, who served in the same role for 18 years.

Agarwal joined Exide in February 2023 as Deputy CFO. In this capacity, he led critical functions including finance, accounts, audit, treasury, taxation, IT, and procurement. In his new role, he will continue to oversee these areas while focusing on strengthening Exide’s financial and operational structure.

Commenting on the appointment, Avik Roy, MD & CEO, Exide Industries Ltd, said, “Manoj’s acumen, proven track record and insightful experience will further strengthen our capabilities in finance, accounts, treasury and many other functions, thus driving greater efficiency and positive changes in the Company. Manoj takes the baton from Mr. Asish Kumar Mukherjee, who has been a long-standing pillar and has been instrumental in shaping up the company as it stands today.”

A Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary, Agarwal brings over 30 years of experience in finance, M&A, IPO, compliance, and overseas operations. Prior to joining Exide, he held leadership roles at Tega Industries Ltd and Vedanta Limited.