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INDIAN AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET CONFERENCE (IAAC) 2025

Conference Theme – Innovations Transforming Automotive Aftermarket & OEM’s

14th & 15th November 2025 | Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai

Unlock growth in India’s automotive sector at India Automotive Aftermarket Conference (IAAC) 2025. Join industry leaders at this two-day conference, co-located with the AutoTechnicia Expo at the Bombay Exhibition Centre from November 14–15. The event, focused on the latest innovations in the aftermarket and OEM industries, offers international and local brands a prime platform to form partnerships, secure investments, and drive market growth. Extend your learning with a dedicated, full-day seminar covering “Best Practices within the Automotive Service Industry in India”. This is your opportunity to network, share technical knowledge, and explore new business ventures with industry leaders

AGENDA - DAY -1

14th November 2025 (Friday)

10am to 11am

Registration

11am to 11:30am

Inauguration Ceremony

GUEST OF HONOUR

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Mr. T. Giriprasad

President - Rane (Madras) Ltd

Aftermarket Products Division

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Sunil-Rawat

Mr. Sunil Rawat

Founder & Managing Director

Softude

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Pushpak-Barik

Mr. Pushpak Barik

Head–Sales & Marketing ( Domestic)

TVS Motor Company

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SPECIAL GUEST

Abhishek-Verma

Mr. Abhishek Verma

Head of Aftermarket, India Region

ZF India Pvt. Ltd.

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Sanjay-Seth

Mr. Sanjay Seth

Co-Secretary

APMA

Dheeraj-Mehndiratta

Mr. Dheeraj Mediratta

Managing Director

K.K. Lightings India Pvt. Ltd.

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Mr. Shalin P Kadikar

Founder & CEO

Strive Consultancy

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11:30am to 12:30pm

SESSION – 1

Topic : Modernization and Technological Advancement in automotive aftermarket by NASSCOM

Sourav-Mishra

Mr. Sourav Mishra

Deputy Director

NASSCOM

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Mr. T. Giriprasad

President - Rane (Madras) Ltd

Aftermarket Products Division

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Naveen-Gupta

Mr. Naveen Gupta

Founder & CEO

Intellinet Systems

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Jyotirmoy-Dutta

Mr. Jyotirmoy Dutta

Founder & CEO

Yarnit

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Naveen-Sharma

Mr. Naveen Sharma

Chief Executive Officer

Auto Sherpa

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Abhishek-Verma

Mr. Abhishek Verma

Head of Aftermarket, India Region

ZF India Pvt. Ltd.

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12:30pm to 2:30pm

SESSION BREAK

2:30pm to 3:45pm

SESSION – 2

Topic : Create & Change: working towards a balanced future for automotive aftermarket and role of digital transformation.

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Mr. Utsav Sarkar

Partner

PwC India

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Mr. Shalin P Kadikar

Founder & CEO

Strive Consultancy

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Neeraj-Mishra

Mr. Neeraj Mishra

National Sales Manager

Manmachine Automotive India

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Pushpak-Barik

Mr. Pushpak Barik

Head–Sales & Marketing ( Domestic)

TVS Motor Company

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Oleksandr-Danylenko

Mr. Oleksandr Danylenko

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Boodmo

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Manas-Mohan

Mr. Manas Mohan

Chief Executive Officer

Laqshya Digitalabs

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AGENDA - DAY -2

15th November 2025 (Saturday)

10am to 11:00am

Registration

11.00am to 12.15pm

SESSION – 3

Topic : Integration and Innovation in Electric Vehicle (EV) Subsystems: From Design to Deployment

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Mr. Gopikrishnan T

Director - Strategy & Business Relations

Wissen Baum

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Mr. Avinash Joshi

Engineering & Management Consultant

Rockman Industries Limited

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Mr. Manoj Parashar

Chief Engineer

Blue Energy

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Nitin-Kumar

Mr. Nitin Kumar

Chief Executive Officer

Wissen Baum

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Dr-Atul-R-Thakare

Dr Atul R Thakare

Dy. General Manager

Business Development & Corporate Planning - ARAI

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12:15pm to 1:30pm

SESSION – 4

Topic : Battery Afterlife & Beyond: Building a Sustainable Energy Ecosystem in the Automotive Aftermarket

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Mr. Chetan Pathak

Director- Strategy & Growth

India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA)

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Rajesh-Gupta

Mr. Rajesh Gupta

Founder & Managing Director

RecycleKaro

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Pawandeep-Singh

Mr. Pawandeep Singh

Vice President : Sourcing

Attero Recycling Pvt Ltd

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Manish-Rathi

Mr. Manish Rathi

VP- Business Dev. & Operations

MiniMines

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Bhushan-Kapase

Mr. Bhushan Kapase

Director

Techeco Waste Management

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1:30pm to 2:30pm

SESSION BREAK

2:30pm to 4:30pm

SESSION – 5 (INTRACTIVE SEMINAR)

Topic : Best Practices within the automotive service industry in India.

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Mr. Mehul Desai

President

AIAWA (All India Automobile Workshops Association)

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Mr. E Rajiv

Executive Director

International Automobile Centre of Excellence (iACE)

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Vijaya-Krishna-Kandula

Mr. Vijaya Krishna Kandula

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DGM- Business Operations

International Automobile Centre of Excellence (iACE)

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Mr. T. Giriprasad
President
Rane Madras Limited  Aftermarket Products Division

Giriprasad holds a double Bachelor’s degree in Physics and engineering, specializing in Metallurgy, from the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru and has also completed a module on marketing management from OUBS, UK. He is a Techno-commercial professional who started his career in 1988 with M/s Hindustan Motors, Indore and moved on to M/s BPL Engineering in Hyderabad and subsequently to M/s Jamna Auto Industries in Chennai before joining the Rane Group in 2004.

From 2004 till 2014, he was Head of Marketing & Business development at Rane (Madras) Limited and was also the TQM coordinator for the organisation for a brief time. He was part of the core senior management team that played a key role in the company winning the Deming Prize for Quality in 2007 and Deming Grand Prize for Quality (previously Japan Quality Medal) in 2012.

Currently, he is the President of the entire Rane Group’s Aftermarket Business. Out of the total industry experience of about 37 years, he has 12 years of shop floor experience in Quality and Production, 14 years in the area of Marketing & business development and 11 years as an Aftermarket business head responsible for P & L.

Sunil-Rawat

Mr. Sunil Rawat
Founder & Managing Director
Softude

Sunil Rawat, a serial entrepreneur and the Founder & Managing Director of Softude, transformed his early days of repairing flat tires into a remarkable journey of building a global technology powerhouse. Since founding Softude in 2005, he has leveraged over three decades of IT leadership to establish the company as a globally recognized CMMI Level 5 organization.

A visionary entrepreneur, Sunil is known for turning business inefficiencies into innovation opportunities – partnering with over 80 leading brands worldwide on their digital transformation journeys. Today, he leads a 425+ member global enterprise that reflects his vision, resilience, and drive for innovation. He also pioneered Cost It Right, a platform that redefines cost optimization for manufacturers, and oversees EvenDigit, Softude’s award-winning digital marketing arm empowering brands worldwide.

Pushpak-Barik

Mr. Pushpak Barik
Head
Sales & Marketing (Domestic)
Commercial Mobility Business
TVS Motor Company

A business leader with over 25 years of experience, currently leading sales and marketing efforts at TVS Motor Company. Focused on advancing commercial mobility through strategic B2B and B2C initiatives, leveraging expertise in new business development, key account management, and customer relationship management. Plays a pivotal role in strengthening dealer networks and fostering partnerships with e-commerce platforms and vehicle aggregators.

Previously spearheaded fleet and truck tire sales at Continental, driving top-line and EBITDA growth through collaboration with emerging channels such as e-commerce and retreaders.Prior to that I have worked with Ashok Leyland as Regional Manager, North for LCV BU , joined as Vertical Head – Small Commercial Vehicle for Pan India Operations, I had been employed with Bajaj Auto Ltd and handled Sales, Marketing & Business Development for Middle East & Africa. Prior to that I have been associated with reputed organizations like Tata Motors Ltd., – Commercial Vehicle Business Unit as Head- Strategic Network Management, South and Regional Sales Manager, East and worked in Kolkata, Bangalore handled EAST and SOUTH India.

Started my career with Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited, as Territory Executive in Ranchi.Graduated in BE ( Mechanical) from Jadavpur University and done my PGDM , from IMT Ghaziabad through Distance learning. Have keen interest on wild life photography.

Abhishek-Verma

Mr. Abhishek Verma
Head of Aftermarket, India Region
ZF India Pvt. Ltd.

Abhishek Verma is a seasoned business leader with over 20 years of experience spanning automotive, logistics, consulting, and banking sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Aftermarket for ZF Group in India, he has consistently driven strategic growth, operational excellence, and profitability across diverse roles.

Prior to ZF Group, Abhishek held leadership positions at Escorts Kubota, Hero MotoCorp, Aqua Logistics, and the Reserve Bank of India. His expertise includes P&L management, sales and marketing strategy, supply chain optimization, and digital transformation initiatives.

An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad (Silver Medalist) and IIT Guwahati, Abhishek is also a CFA Level III candidate. His career is marked by a strong focus on innovation, stakeholder engagement, and building scalable business models.

Dheeraj-Mehndiratta

Mr. Dheeraj Mediratta
Managing Director
K.K. Lightings India Pvt. Ltd.

With over thirty years at the helm of KK Lighting, Dheeraj brings deep expertise in automotive lighting, global export markets, and manufacturing excellence. He drives the company’s vision of delivering innovative lighting solutions built to global standards and supports an international growth mindset rooted in Indian engineering talent and reliability.

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Mr. Shalin P Kadikar
Founder & CEO
Strive Consultancy

Mr. Shalin Kadikar is a transformational business leader and consultant with over 30 years of experience across luxury automotive, insurance, pharma, and FMCG sectors. As CEO, he has successfully led ₹700+ crore businesses, scaled OEM and multi-dealership networks, pioneered award-winning Learning & Development academies in global brands like Audi, Skoda Volkswagen, Future Generali, and Nestlé.
Known for his innovation in leadership capability building, culture transformation, Ai applications and digital L&D strategies, Mr. Kadikar is also an acclaimed speaker and certified global coach and trainer.
He founded Strive Consultancy with the mission to enable strategic business transformation and create measurable impact across industries through world-class HR interventions.

His Key achievements are
🏆 Audi India – Category Best CEO Award (2024)
🌐 1st Global Award Winner – Audi Twin Cup Sales, Audi India
🎤 Keynote Speaker & Panelist – Audi Global, ASEAN, Symbiosis, Welingkar Institute of Management
🎓 Certified Global Trainer & Assessor – Audi, XLRI

Sourav-Mishra

Mr. Sourav Mishra
Deputy Director
NASSCOM

Sourav Mishra is an accomplished leader in India’s technology ecosystem, currently serving as Deputy Director at NASSCOM. With extensive experience in driving innovation, ecosystem development, and SME enablement, he plays a pivotal role in shaping programmes and initiative that support tech-SMEs in scaling and globalising. He is also part of think-tank in Nasscom that is working to drive Tech Adoption & Digitalization among SMEs in Core Manufacturing Sectors and champions for tech innovation that creates large scale impact for the end user industry.

Naveen-Gupta

Mr. Naveen Gupta
Founder & CEO
Intellinet Systems

Naveen Gupta is the Founder and CEO of Intellinet Systems, a company known for its focus on transforming the aftermarket and service lifecycle domain through digital innovation. With over two decades of experience, Naveen has built deep expertise in how OEMs manage service operations, from warranty and spare parts to dealer communication and customer support.

He has been instrumental in helping global manufacturers simplify complex after-sales workflows and improve visibility across their networks. His approach blends a strong understanding of on-ground service challenges with a practical use of technology to solve them.

Under his leadership, Intellinet Systems has evolved into a trusted technology partner for OEMs across industries, including automotive, farm equipment, and construction machinery. Today, Naveen is steering the company toward a new phase, where AI, analytics, and automation play a central role in improving service efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Known for his clarity of thought and forward-looking perspective, Naveen often shares his views on how emerging technologies are reshaping the aftermarket ecosystem. His work reflects a consistent vision to make service operations more connected, intelligent, and responsive to the needs of the modern customer.

Jyotirmoy-Dutta

Mr. Jyotirmoy Dutta
Founder & CEO
Yarnit

An entrepreneur by habit, a Pharmacologist by training, and a Storyteller by design, Jyotirmoy has spent the last decade in Startups, playing multiple roles as Commercial Leader, Product Manager, and as Consultant building and commercializing insights products and services.

He strongly believes in building products and teams, which solve for customer needs with empathy. The challenge that excites him the most is to blend “design solve” with “technological innovation”, creating products that generate predictable user experiences

Naveen-Sharma

Mr. Naveen Sharma
Chief Executive Officer
Auto Sherpa

Naveen Sharma is the Co-Founder of AUTOSherpa Systems and YOCOYA Technologies, two of India’s fastest-growing vertical SaaS platforms for the automotive and insurance ecosystems. With over two decades of experience across operations, technology, and customer service, Naveen has built products that today power 750+ rooftops across 200+ cities in India. His solutions are used by leading dealerships of Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, Honda, and Hero MotoCorp — handling more than 3 million service customers and 2.1 million insurance renewals every year.

Deeply focused on business outcomes, Naveen’s product philosophy is simple: if it doesn’t drive real value — whether through revenue growth, cost reduction, or workflow efficiency — it’s not worth building. Under his leadership, AUTOSherpa has helped dealer groups achieve 500%+ ROI by solving practical problems like lead leakage, delayed follow-ups, and poor renewal visibility — especially in high-volume, high-velocity sales and service environments.

Graduating from University of Madras, Naveen is passionate about strengthening the backbone of India’s auto retail sector — not just through software, but through processes, analytics, and ecosystem collaboration.

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Mr. Utsav Sarkar
Partner
PwC

19+ years of automotive industry & management consulting experience in assisting companies in their transformation agenda – EBITDA & Operations performance improvement, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement excellence, formulating Growth / Market Entry Strategies, Supply Chain management and Digital transformation.

Key Skill Sets:
1. Overall enterprise EBITDA & Performance improvement
2. Procurement transformation & spend optimization –
> Category mgmt & formulating sourcing strategies across Direct, Indirect & Capex spend categories
> Multi-dimensional maturity assessment, improvement themes analysis and operating model design
> Expertise in implementing cost reduction initiatives through Strategic Sourcing (Spend Analytics/ Category sourcing strategy/ RFx management/ supplier negotiations),
> Process re-design and
> Risk management
3. Logistics transformation
4. Growth and market entry strategies
5. Digital transformation strategy
6. Supply Chain Management
7. BPR (Business Process Re-engineering)

Neeraj-Mishra

Mr. Neeraj Mishra
National Sales Manager
Manmachine Automotive India

Seasoned Business Head with nearly 28 years of experience in the automotive OEM and aftermarket sectors. My career has been dedicated to driving business growth and operational excellence, particularly in sales and operations leadership. Proven track record of architecting multi-regional operations and leading high-performing teams across India. Expertise lies in dealer network expansion, P&L management, and strategic initiatives that enhance revenue growth and market penetration.

Throughout my career, I have successfully built profitable portfolios and optimized operational efficiency. Currently, I head the Aftermarket Bodyshop, Transport & Retail segment at Würth India Pvt. Limited, where I formulate and execute business strategies that drive customer engagement and expand distributor networks. I am passionate about mentoring teams and fostering collaboration to achieve sustainable growth. My core competencies include business strategy, sales leadership, and operational excellence, which I leverage to deliver impactful results.

– Achieved significant year-over-year revenue growth through strategic customer acquisition and distributor expansion.
– Improved EBIT through effective COGS control and inventory optimization.
– Expanded market presence into new regions, onboarding numerous distributors and establishing a strong aftermarket position for Würth.
– Consistently recognized for top performance in sales roles, showcasing my leadership excellence and strategic impact.

Oleksandr-Danylenko

Mr. Oleksandr Danylenko
Managing Director & Co-Founder
Boodmo

Oleksandr Danylenko is a finance and operations leader with a proven record of building successful e-commerce businesses in Ukraine and India. His financial and engineering background enables him to blend strategic insight with hands-on operational expertise. He thrives in complex environments, building collaborative, multi-cultural teams and implementing innovative solutions to drive growth.

As Managing Director and Co-Founder of boodmo.com, India’s premier online marketplace for vehicle products, Oleksandr led the company’s launch, overseeing finance, operations, and logistics. His expertise encompasses supply chain management, ERP system implementation, and financial modeling. Oleksandr’s deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket, coupled with his entrepreneurial spirit, makes him an invaluable asset in today’s dynamic market.

Manas-Mohan

Mr. Manas Mohan
Chief Executive Officer
Laqshya Digitalabs

Manas Mohan is the Chief Executive of Laqshya Digitalabs and Chief Digital & Data Officer at Laqshya Media Group, leading innovations in digital transformation and audience analytics, including the award-winning SHARP OOH metrics platform. With over 30 years of experience across media, CRM, and marketing, he has held leadership roles at National Geographic, Amar Chitra Katha, and Reader’s Digest. As Founder of SHRAMY Learning Technologies, Manas focuses on bridging the gap between education and industry skills. An ISB alumnus, he is known for his creativity, integrity, and forward-thinking leadership that blends data, technology, and storytelling to build impactful brands and empower professionals.

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Mr. Gopikrishnan T
Program Director (EV Lab)
IIT Mumbai

Gopikrishnan. T (M 52), Program Director of EV Lab in IIT Bombay. Responsible for GoI’s ANRF MAHA-EV R&D projects on innovation in E-mobility systems. Since 2010, the MD & Founder of INCAETEK Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Mechanical Engineer by profession since 1995. Work experience in India & Germany on Engineering design, 15 years each in Auto R&D jobs and entrepreneurship. Career in Ashok Leyland, Mahindra, Daimler, GM on automotive design & validation as well as in Redinvent & Incaetek on Design engineering & skill training. Based out of Mumbai now, acting as a consultant as well for India Govt. bodies on Design skilling for novice engineers & UG/PG students.

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Mr. Avinash Joshi
Engineering & Mgmt. Consultant
Rockman Industries Limited

Engineering & Management Consultant | Automotive Manufacturing Leader | Project Engineering Expert


Currently working as an Engineering & Management Consultant with one of the Hero Group companies, I bring over 36 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering Operations, Production & Quality Systems, Vendor Management, Process Improvements, and Team Leadership.


I superannuated in November 2024 as Associate Vice President & Head – Project Engineering with Hero MotoCorp Ltd. (HMCL), where I successfully led multiple greenfield and brownfield projects across two-wheeler manufacturing—including IC Engine & Vehicle Assembly, EV Vehicle Assembly, Battery Pack Manufacturing & Testing.


Key Highlights

  • Greenfield & Brownfield Projects: Proven expertise in plant set-up, capacity planning, layout design, workforce deployment, and budget management.
  • New Product Development: Led engineering projects for multiple IC engine scooters & motorcycles and EV scooters, with a strong focus on battery pack manufacturing line development and commissioning.
  • Automation & Process Excellence: Extensive experience in automation, digitalization, and process capacity enhancement for sustainable productivity.
  • Sustainability Leadership: Championed carbon neutrality initiatives and new technology adoption across all Hero MotoCorp plants.
  • Operational Excellence: Solid foundation in TPM and Operations Excellence methodologies, with a proven record of efficiency gains and cost optimization.
  • Strategic Leadership: Actively contributed to strategic decision-making and policy formulation in procurement, operations, and maintenance.
  • Innovation: Secured two patents for the development of fumigation chambers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Global Exposure:

  • Sponsored by Hero MotoCorp to attend the Senior Leadership Development Program, Wharton Business School, USA (2018).
  • First Hero MotoCorp-sponsored participant of the Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) program (2010), a flagship initiative of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, CII, IITM, IIM Kolkata, and JICA (Japan).
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Mr. Manoj Parashar
Chief Engineer
Blue Energy

Proven Leadership ability to deliver engineered products from Advance Concept stage to Market Launch in conventional PT, EV and PHEV. Complete vehicle Engineering including BICEEPR, ADAS, In-Vehicle-Networks design, BMS, VCU, Sleep, Deep Sleep, Control algorithms, Hardware cut off, Diagnostics and protocols, Fail-safe and limp homes. Telematics. Optimising drivetrain and Powertrain for performance and AER. Mathematical modelling tools and simulations. ETAS INCA based calibration.

Electric Vehicle Architecture and Design Currently leading e-mobility solutions and Electrical Architecture 2W and 4W at Ola Electric.

EMC compliance, improvement and spatial analysis. Complete end to end Homologation of Battery packs and Powertrain as per AIS038 and AIS040. Complete liaison ing and technical documentation for fastest type approval certification. End to end implementation of Road trains for Commercials HV s.

Functional safety compliance per IEC 61508 and ISO 26262. SAE J 1939 architectures, 12V, 24V, 48V, 72V 650V and 800V architectures

Black and white box testing, Design interfaces, Specifications for Electronic Controllers and Functional Compliance testing for Electrical Aggregates.

Smart Alternators and algorithms, development of AGM batteries, ESS, BSG and application. Aggregates for global programs. ELSD and drivetrains performance evaluation, Driveline Modelling

Power-train, Transmission, Body and Chassis Electronics and architectures based on CAN

Over 20+ years of enriched exposure to Design, validation, Project Coordination, Process development & Improvement, Field failure simulation and solutions.

Expertise in establishing “State of the art” Lab test setups and enhancing in-house test capability for OEMs, with Tier 1 Suppliers, ICAT, NATRAX, IDIADA, NSI, ARAI, CIRT, VRDE and other agencies. Exposure to WPC, ETAC approvals and licensing for Automotive ECUs, BT and other SRR devices.

Technology road map for E-mobility & Telematics

Resource and Effort estimation for Projects.

State of the art technology, homologation requirements and regulations, establish their validity for the vehicle programs.

RFQ, FD, Technology support for the vehicle integrator,

DFMEA, DVP, DFS, DFM, Design calculations, review and release of COE items for vehicle integrators.

Performance Attribute Testing for e vehicles Audio psycho-acoustics,

Power-train optimization, Alternator standardization,

OBD compliance

Lighting Devices

Nitin-Kumar

Mr. Nitin Kumar
Chief Executive Officer
Wissen Baum

With over 24 years of global experience in product design and advanced engineering, Nitin has built deep expertise in vehicle safety, including Active Safety, Passive Safety, Functional Safety, and In-Vehicle Cybersecurity. An alumnus of IIT Madras and a German citizen, Nitin has contributed to several global automotive platforms and published 10+ international papers on crashworthiness and occupant safety. His career includes key roles at Daimler, Volkswagen (VW), TRW, Tata Motors, and leading Tier-1 suppliers. He played an important role in programs such as Mahindra XUV500 and Tata Y1/NGC, and helped develop platforms like Mercedes R171, NCV2, Smart4Two, and VW Polo WRC.

Currently, Nitin serves as Technical Director at Wissen Baum Germany, supporting global partners through knowledge sharing, advanced engineering, and SME expertise. He is also a technical consultant, industry trainer, visiting faculty at ARAI Academy, and author of “Global Automotive Safety Regulations in a Nutshell” (7 editions) — a comprehensive guide to global automotive safety standards.

Dr-Atul-R-Thakare

Dr Atul R Thakare
Dy. General Manager
Business Development & Corporate Planning – ARAI

Accomplished and results-driven management professional with 20+ years of expertise in strategic marketing, business development, and corporate planning across public and private sectors. Adept at developing business strategies, leveraging digital marketing, optimising operational efficiency, and positioning organisations as thought leaders.


Recognised speaker, published author, and mentor with a strong ability to influence, negotiate, and deliver measurable outcomes.

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Mr. Chetan Pathak
Director- Strategy & Growth
India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA)

Chetan has 14+ years of experience working with Renewable Energy Generation, Electricity Distribution Companies, Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) & Non-Wired Alternatives. His present focus area Greening the Grid (GTG) Projects, Round-the-Clock (RTC) Green Energy, Battery Energy Storage Solutions for Grid Scale, Climate Finance, e- Mobility (with High Voltage & Low Voltage Platform) & Green Hydrogen, it’s derivatives Green Ammonia, Steel & Refinery based Applications in his recent assignments.

Before joining Indian Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) & Customized Energy Storage Solution (CES) as Director – Strategy & Growth, He as worked for Gensol Group as Group Leader – Policy, Regulatory & Govt. Business, & Log 9 Materials Scientific Pvt. Ltd. on Lithium-Ion Cell Manufacturing as Vice President – Energy Business.

Also, before this he had worked in Electricity Distribution Sector for BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL), New Delhi (A Power Distribution Licensee & a JV company of Reliance Infrastructure and Govt. Of Delhi, India) & IntelliSmart (EESL & NIIF JV).

Prior to this he had worked with Power Generation Companies for Billion Dollar Groups (Reliance, Azure Power, ACME) as Business Development Manager for Renewable Generation Companies and had been responsible for setting up of approx. 6 GW of Solar PV and Wind Power Projects in India.

Rajesh-Gupta

Rajesh Gupta
Founder & Managing Director
RecycleKaro

Rajesh Gupta is Founder & Managing Director of RecycleKaro, India’s largest sustainable battery raw materials producer, recognized for transforming waste management and critical mineral recovery. Honored by the President of India and pivotal advisor to national sustainability missions, his leadership drives India’s circular economy revolution and innovation in lithium-ion battery recycling.

NITI Aayog Strategic Partnership
Mr. Gupta serves as a key industry partner in India’s National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM), a ₹34,300 crore initiative. His policy advisory role on recycling frameworks and supply chain security is vital, as his expertise in lithium, cobalt, and nickel recovery directly supports the mission’s goal of achieving self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat) in critical and rare earth minerals. His insights are prominently featured in NITI Aayog’s reports on electric mobility, shaping national policy.

Pawandeep-Singh

Mr. Pawandeep Singh
Vice President : Sourcing
Attero Recycling Pvt Ltd

A seasoned professional in business development and market research, I bring over 26 years of experience across both international and domestic markets, with a strong focus on advancing sustainability and circular economy principles. I hold an MBA from a prestigious institution and have spent nine years managing high-net-worth individual (HNI) clients within one of the largest firms in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector.

My specialization encompasses the responsible management of precious metal-bearing waste and the innovative recycling of green metals, all while championing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.

Since joining Attero in 2011 as Vice President of Sourcing, I have played a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth and expansion. I lead Attero’s e-waste recycling initiatives, overseeing the processing of over 144,000 metric tons of e-waste and 1,000 metric tons of lithium-ion batteries annually.
My strategic initiatives have achieved unparalleled efficiency in recovering valuable materials from lithium-ion batteries, setting a new benchmark within the industry.

I am committed to identifying new market segments and fostering sustainable business growth, while upholding a strong dedication to circularity and environmentally conscious practices.

Manish-Rathi

Mr. Manish Rathi
Vice President
Business Dev. & Operations
MiniMines

Ambitious & target driven techno-commercial professional with a demonstrated history of working in the Clean Air industry for ~9 years in a diversified global teams, delivering strong business growth and fit for market products.

Manish has worked across various business verticals, viz, technology groups, NPI, business development and account strategy, product strategy and global segment marketing, strategic sourcing, thereby contributing to growth success for organizations he has been associated with.

With a strong academic background and business acumen, Manish looks forward to help businesses by bridging technical and commercial disciplines in the energy storage and automotive industry contributing to a carbon-neutral future.

Bhushan-Kapase

Mr. Bhushan Kapase
Director
Techeco Waste Management

“TechEco Waste Management LLP” to put in place an effective mechanism for ewaste recycling, treatment and disposal of ewaste.

Environmentally sound management of e-waste’ as taking all steps required to ensure that e-wastes are managed in a manner which shall protect health and environment against any adverse affects which may result from hazardous substances contained in such wastes.

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Mr. Mehul Desai
President
AIAWA (All India Automobile Workshops Association)

Founder – Mquik | National President – AIAWA (All India Automobile Workshops Association)

Automobile Industry Veteran | Ecosystem Builder | Advocate for Right to Repair and Independent Aftermarket Development

 
Mr. Mehul Desai is a seasoned entrepreneur and respected industry leader with over 27 years of hands-on experience in India’s automotive sector. He is the founder of Mquik, a cutting-edge, multi-brand car service and repair centre in Gujarat, and currently serves as the National President of AIAWA, the apex body representing independent automobile workshops across India.
 
His journey from a technician to a national-level industry voice reflects his deep-rooted passion for vehicles and an unrelenting commitment to transforming the aftermarket landscape. Mr. Desai has built Mquik into one of the most advanced one-stop vehicle service hubs of India, offering solutions across mechanical repairs, body and paint, tyre services, value additions like PPF and ceramic coatings, premium accessories, and certified pre-owned vehicle inspection.
 
Mr. Desai is deeply committed to elevating independent workshops from informal players to next-generation, tech-enabled service providers. His long-term vision includes:
 
  • A nationwide network of certified, R2R-compliant workshops
  • Digitally connected service platforms enabling customer choice
  • Upskilling mechanics and advisors through structured programs
  • Generating employment, fostering entrepreneurship, and contributing to India’s GDP through a strong, formalised aftermarket
 
“Independent workshops are not competitors—they are contributors. They are not a threat to OEMs—they are a vital part of India’s mobility ecosystem.”
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Mr. E Rajiv
Executive Director
iACE

Comprehensive experience of Indian Automotive Retail landscape. This experience is spread over various type of organizations e.g. automobile company in personal , commercial space, Automotive modern retail, Multi brand Retail startup & Training/Skilling Joint Venture of Government.
Was a part of the core team involved in making business plan and translating it into largest pan India Auto Retail footprint.
Now transforming skilling landscape in India.

Specialties: Automotive, Budget preparation and management, business plans, change management, concept development, contract management, CRM, customer satisfaction, database management system, ISO, logistics, marketing, negotiation, networking, organizational skills, process engineering, quality, retail sales, SAP, SAP -DBM, strategic outsourcing ,sales , strategy, new product development, Government policies exposure (Industry & Academics)

 

Vijaya-Krishna-Kandula

Mr. Vijaya Krishna Kandula
Deputy General Manager – 
Business Operations
International Automobile Centre of Excellence (iACE)

With over 13 years of experience in the automotive and manufacturing sectors, I am passionate about bridging the skill gap and fostering strategic collaborations in these domains. As a Program Manager at iACE, a joint venture between Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. and the Government of Gujarat, I lead the planning, development, and operations of a capability development centre for students and industry professionals.

My core competencies include operational excellence, business development, problem solving, and product ideation. I have successfully initiated iACE within an 18-month timeframe and a budget of ₹1,200 Mn, employing diversified marketing strategies to generate leads and conversions, and streamlining operations with a focus on achieving financial sustainability by Year 2. Previously, I enhanced supplier quality and cost-efficiency during a 4-year tenure as Supplier Development Manager at Maruti Suzuki. I hold an MTech in Automotive Electronics, a PGDM in Operations Management, and a Chartered Engineer certification. I welcome the opportunity to connect for collaborations or discussions.