Stellantis has appointed Shailesh Hazela as its new CEO and Managing Director, succeeding Aditya Jairaj, who will relocate to the United States. Hazela, with over 28 years of experience across automotive, telecommunication, and railways sectors, brings a wealth of expertise to the role.
Since joining Stellantis in September 2022, Hazela has focused on leveraging the supply base across India, ASEAN, Korea, Japan, and other regions, driving growth and innovation. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering.
Ashwani Muppasani, COO of Stellantis India & Asia Pacific, expressed confidence in Hazela’s leadership, stating, “Shailesh’s strategic vision and extensive experience will be instrumental in driving growth and innovation in the Indian market.”
Hazela affirmed his commitment to upholding Stellantis’s legacy, stating, “I look forward to accelerating technological innovation and strengthening our position in existing and emerging mobility segments.”
Stellantis operates manufacturing plants, ICT hubs, and R&D centres across India, contributing to the Make in India initiative and producing iconic Jeep models locally.
