The Confederation of Indian Industry has announced its new leadership team for 2026-27, appointing prominent industry leaders from the manufacturing, biotechnology, and diversified business sectors to key positions within the apex industry body. As part of the leadership transition, R. Mukundan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tata Chemicals, has been elected President of CII for the 2026-27 term.
Mukundan Succeeds Rajiv Memani
Mukundan succeeds Rajiv Memani, the outgoing President of CII, following the selection of new office-bearers by the industry body’s newly constituted National Council. The appointment marks another significant milestone in Mukundan’s long-standing association with CII and the Indian corporate sector.
Three Decades of Leadership Across Tata Group Businesses
Over the last three decades, Mukundan has built extensive leadership experience across several Tata Group companies, spanning the chemicals, automotive, and hospitality sectors. His strategic leadership and operational expertise have played a key role in strengthening business growth across industries.
Longstanding Association with CII
Before taking over as President, Mukundan served as CII President-Designate during 2025-26. Earlier, he also chaired the CII Western Region in 2013-14, reflecting his deep engagement with the organisation’s initiatives and policy advocacy efforts. As reported by angelone.in, with Mukundan at the helm, industry observers expect CII to continue focusing on manufacturing growth, sustainability, innovation, and global competitiveness in the coming year.
