Greaves Electric Mobility Names Vikas Singh as MD

13 Jun 2025 CW Team

Greaves Electric Mobility Limited (GEML), the electric mobility arm of Greaves Cotton Limited, has appointed Mr Vikas Singh as its new Managing Director, effective 2nd June 2025. In his new role, Mr Singh will lead the company’s next phase of growth, with all key members of the current management team reporting directly to him.

Mr Singh brings with him extensive leadership experience from some of India’s most competitive consumer-facing industries. Known for his ability to steer companies through regulated environments, he has demonstrated a strong capacity to drive organisational transformation with agility and resilience.

An alumnus of the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), University of Delhi, Mr Singh has previously held senior leadership positions in both Indian and multinational companies, contributing significantly to their strategic growth and operational excellence.

GEML’s Board stated, “In line with our long-term strategic vision and continued focus on strengthening leadership for future growth, the Board of Greaves Electric Mobility Limited has approved the appointment of Mr Vikas Singh as Managing Director, effective 2nd June 2025.”

This appointment underscores GEML’s commitment to its core purpose—democratising smart and sustainable mobility solutions for all Indians. It comes at a pivotal moment as the company looks to deepen its presence and leadership in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) landscape of India.

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