• Leadership transition at Nippon Paint India
• Group EVP role expands strategic oversight
• Growth through waterproofing and construction chemicals
• Advancing digital and sustainability initiatives
• Market development across regional and national levels

Nippon Paint India announced that Mahesh Anand has stepped into an enhanced strategic leadership role as Group Executive Vice President. The company said the advancement marks a significant milestone that recognizes his long-term contributions to the organization and the coatings industry.

Anand’s career has spanned regional and national responsibilities, from leading market development in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to supporting broader growth initiatives across India. His work has included digital transformation efforts, expansion into ecommerce channels and the execution of high-impact growth programs.

According to Nippon Paint India, Anand has played a key role in extending the company’s portfolio beyond paint and coatings into waterproofing, construction chemicals and sealants. His leadership has also supported sustainability efforts through low-VOC and functional coating technologies.

The company highlighted his industry involvement, noting his past service as president of the Indian Paint Association and chairman of the Paints and Coatings Sector Skill Council. His contributions to the broader coatings ecosystem include roles with IGBC and CII, where he has helped shape sector priorities tied to green building and technical skills development.

“We are proud to celebrate a significant milestone at Nippon Paint India as Mr. Mahesh Anand steps into an enhanced strategic leadership role as Group Executive Vice President,” the company stated in its announcement. “Congratulations, sir. Your leadership continues to shape our organisation and the industry at large.”

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