Mr. Raj Kalra has joined the Mahle Group as President, Mahle India, effective April 2018. In his new role, he will oversee the strategic interest of Mahle Group in India, steering market growth of all its business units, strengthening senior-level customer relationships and engaging with industry experts and governmental bodies.
One of the key focus areas would be growth of Mahle’s technical capabilities in the country. Mahle is a respected technology leader and development partner to the Indian automotive industry, represented through its extensive product range, covering engine systems, filtration, thermal management and mechatronics for both conventional and electrified vehicles.
Prior to joining Mahle, Mr. Kalra has worked in several countries in Europe and Asia and possesses over two decades of automotive industry experience gained across multiple functions.
His last appointment was with GKN Driveline as VP – Global Customers, Asia. Mr. Kalra would be based in Pune and would be directly reporting to the Mahle management board in Germany.