Sudarshan Venu Appointed Chairman of TVS Motor Company, Effective August 25, 2025
Bengaluru – TVS Motor Company has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Sudarshan Venu as the new Chairman and Managing Director of the company, effective August 25, 2025. The decision was made unanimously by the Board of Directors in recognition of Venu's outstanding contributions to the company's strategic growth and performance over the years.
Sudarshan Venu currently serves as Managing Director and will now take over from Sir Ralf Speth, who has led the company as Chairman since 2022. Sir Speth will step down from his role at the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 22, 2025. However, he will continue to play a crucial role in the company as Chief Mentor for a period of three years, starting August 23.
Chairman Emeritus Venu Srinivasan praised the leadership of Sir Ralf Speth, stating, 'His contributions have been invaluable in guiding our strategic expansion into global markets and fostering innovation. We are grateful for his continued support as Chief Mentor for TVS Motor and in welcoming Sudarshan into his new role.'
Sir Ralf Speth expressed confidence in the transition, saying, 'It has been an honour to steer TVS Motor over the past three years. I am confident that under Sudarshan's leadership, the company will continue its growth journey, championing the core values of TVS. His passion and vision for the business make him the ideal leader for the next chapter.'
Reacting to his appointment, Sudarshan Venu said, 'I am honoured by the Board's trust and excited about the journey ahead. TVS has been built on strong values of customer centricity, quality, and innovation. As we move forward, we aim to build on these strengths while embracing future opportunities. I am especially thankful for Sir Ralf's mentorship, which has played a key role in our global expansion and innovation efforts.'
The leadership transition marks a new era for TVS Motor Company, as it continues its push into global markets and invests in future technologies and mobility solutions.
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