Nirmal Kumar Minda, Executive Chairman of UNO Minda Group, is a seasoned industrialist with nearly 5 decades of experience in the automotive components and ancillary sector.

His journey exemplifies entrepreneurial excellence, technological foresight, and a steadfast commitment to advancing India’s industrial and economic progress.

NEW DELHI (India CSR): The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) has announced the appointment of Nirmal K. Minda, Executive Chairman of UNO Minda Group, as its new President, marking the beginning of a new era of visionary leadership and renewed commitment to India’s industrial and economic growth.

A distinguished industrialist and thought leader, Nirmal Minda’s appointment reflects ASSOCHAM’s mission to strengthen India’s position as a global hub of sustainable manufacturing, innovation, and investment. With over five decades of experience in the automotive components sector, Mr. Minda is expected to bring strategic focus to industry-led growth, sustainable practices, and enhanced global competitiveness, reinforcing ASSOCHAM’s 105-year legacy of championing India’s development agenda.

Strategic Imperatives Under Nirmal Minda’s Leadership

Nirmal Kumar Minda, Executive Chairman of UNO Minda Group, is a seasoned industrialist with nearly five decades of extensive experience in the automotive components and ancillary sector. Widely respected for his visionary leadership, Minda has played a transformative role in evolving UNO Minda from its humble beginnings into a diversified, innovation-driven multinational enterprise with a presence in more than 15 countries.

Under his guidance, the Group has consistently expanded its technological capabilities, forged strategic global partnerships, and emerged as a trusted solutions provider to leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across the world. His forward-looking approach and deep industry insight have earned the Group global recognition for excellence, innovation, and reliability.

Minda has also made significant contributions to India’s automotive industry ecosystem. He has served as President of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) for FY 2017–18, Vice President in FY 2016–17, and Chairman of ACMA’s Northern Region for three consecutive years. Beyond ACMA, he has actively engaged with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in various leadership capacities, contributing to policy dialogue and industrial advancement.

Recognized for his outstanding professional and social achievements, Minda has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the EY Entrepreneur of the Year (Medium Category) and Business Today’s Best CEO Award in 2019. He was also conferred the Haryana Ratna Award for his exceptional contributions to industry and society. In 2023, he received the HURUN Self-Made Entrepreneur Award, and in 2024, he was honored as one of India’s Most Trusted Leaders by the Great Place to Work® Institute (India).