TVS Motor appoints Sudarshan Venu as new Chairman and MD
TVS Motor Company
has announced that
Sudarshan Venu
will become the
Chairman and Managing Director
, effective August 25, 2025. He will succeed
Ralf Speth
, who will step down on August 22, 2025, after the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and transition to the role of Chief Mentor for three years.
The decision acknowledges Venu's contributions to the company's growth, while Speth's move allows him to continue supporting TVS Motor with his expertise.
Venu Srinivasan, Chairman Emeritus, TVS Motor Company, said "I express my sincere gratitude to Ralf for his exceptional leadership as Chairman over the last three years. I am confident that Sudarshan, who in his capacity as Managing Director has demonstrated tremendous growth for the business, will take the Company to even greater heights.
Sudarshan Venu said "I am very thankful to the Board for giving me this singular opportunity. I am really honoured and excited for the future and look forward to their continued support. As we look to the future we have to build on these values while capitalising on new opportunities and reimagining for the future. I am most grateful to him for his continued guidance"
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