GENERAL7 Sept 2026
Asian Paints names Leo Puri chairman-designate, to take charge in 2027
Asian Paints has named Leo Puri as chairman-designate, taking charge on January 23, 2027. His board term runs until September 2031. He replaces R. Seshasayee. This change comes as the paint maker faces growing competition from Aditya Birla Group and JSW Group. Puri brings long financial-sector experience, having worked at JPMorgan Chase, UTI Asset Management and Warburg Pincus. He currently chairs Fortis Healthcare and advises Apax.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Asian Paints has named Leo Puri as chairman-designate, effective January 23, 2027, with a board term until September 2031.
- Puri will succeed R. Seshasayee as the company faces rising competition from Aditya Birla Group and JSW Group.
- Puri is a financial-sector veteran who has held senior roles at JPMorgan Chase, UTI Asset Management and Warburg Pincus, and currently chairs Fortis Healthcare.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you track Asian Paints or the paints sector, watch for strategy announcements after Puri takes charge in January 2027.
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