Sumeet Bhowmick Appointed CHRO of Padmini VNA Mechatronics

Padmini VNA Mechatronics Limited, a prominent player in India’s automotive components sector, has announced the appointment of Sumeet Bhowmick as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

Bhowmick brings over 20 years of experience in human resource management, with a focus on integrating HR strategies with organizational goals, particularly within the manufacturing industry. His professional background includes key roles in talent lifecycle management, leadership development, change management, and initiatives related to employee engagement and retention.

He holds certifications as a Global Talent Management Leader and DiSC Trainer, qualifications that support his expertise in workforce development and organizational behavior.

The appointment is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team and support its strategic growth objectives. Further details regarding the transition were not disclosed.

Padmini VNA Mechatronics Limited, established in 1991 and based in Gurgaon, Haryana, is an Indian automotive component manufacturer that supplies products for internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid, and electric vehicles. The company works with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier-1 suppliers in India as well as in markets such as Europe, Japan, and the United States.

Its product portfolio includes EGR modules and valves, solenoid valves, vacuum pumps, throttle bodies, fuel flaps, electronic control units (ECUs), electric water and oil pumps, flow-through inlet valves (FTIV), electric actuators, and interior permanent magnet (IPM) motors for electric two- and three-wheelers. These components are used across various vehicle segments, including passenger cars, commercial vehicles, agricultural tractors, two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and off-road vehicles.

The company focuses on developing emission control technologies and electric mobility solutions that align with global environmental standards. It has in-house R\&D and design capabilities aimed at supporting the shift toward fuel efficiency and lower emissions.

Padmini VNA Mechatronics has received recognition from several OEMs for its work in product development and sustainability efforts. Some of its awards include the Technology & Innovation Award from Daimler Truck and a supplier award from TAFE for joint development work.

With a workforce ranging between 1,000 and 5,000 employees, the company has also received workplace certifications and carries out corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in areas such as education, environmental awareness, and community welfare.

Overall, Padmini VNA Mechatronics operates as a component supplier with a focus on engineering and manufacturing solutions for both traditional and emerging vehicle technologies.