Aditya Jairaj to Succeed Roland Bouchara as MD & CEO of Stellantis India (Parent Co. of Jeep & Citroen)

• Aditya Jairaj, currently Deputy MD and Head of Jeep, will become MD & CEO of Stellantis India on January 1, 2024.
• Roland Bouchara will assume new responsibility in Europe
• Stellantis is the parent company of Jeep & Citroen.
• Citroen's models in India like C3, EC3, and C3 Aircross.

Stellantis India is undergoing a significant leadership change as Aditya Jairaj is set to take over as the Managing Director and CEO from January 1, 2024. Aditya Jairaj, who is currently serving as the Deputy Managing Director and Head of Jeep India at Stellantis, brings a wealth of experience spanning over 17 years with him in the automotive sector.

The outgoing CEO, Roland Bouchara, who has successfully led Stellantis India for the past six and a half years, will be assuming a new responsibility in Europe. Bouchara took charge as the CEO and MD in 2021 and played a pivotal role in steering the company through various milestones, including the launch of the Citroen brands in India. His contributions extended beyond his role as CEO, as he also served as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

Stellantis is a global automotive group that houses renowned brands like Jeep, including models like the Compass and Meridian. The group also encompasses Citroen, which has made a positive impact in the Indian market with models such as the C3, EC3, C3 Aircross, and C3 Aircross.

Aditya Jairaj's promotion to the Managing Director and CEO of Stellantis India is expected to bring a fresh perspective and dynamic leadership to the organization. His extensive experience within the automotive sector and his current role as the Head of Jeep India positions will help him to lead Stellantis India into a new era.

Stellantis India is known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With the change in leadership, stakeholders are optimistic about the continued success of the company in the rapidly evolving Indian automotive market.

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As Aditya Jairaj takes the reins, industry observers are keenly watching how he will navigate the challenges and opportunities in the Indian automotive landscape, building on the foundation laid by his predecessor Roland Bouchara. The transition is expected to be smooth, ensuring continuity and stability for Stellantis India in the coming years.