Pravinsingh Pardeshi Steps Down as Independent Director of CEAT Limited

CEAT Limited has announced that Pravinsingh Pratapsingh Pardeshi has resigned from his role as Non-Executive Independent Director of the company. His resignation is effective from the close of business hours on April 10, 2025.

The company stated that Pardeshi stepped down due to other pre-occupations. Along with this, he ceased to be a member of the Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility Committee and the Stakeholders Relationship Committee of the Board. In his resignation letter addressed to the Board, Pardeshi expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the CEAT Board and noted there were no other material reasons for his departure.

Praveen Pardeshi is a retired IAS officer from the 1985 Maharashtra Cadre with over 34 years of experience in public administration. He has held senior roles in the Government of Maharashtra, including Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai, Principal Secretary of the Revenue and Forest Department, and Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister.

He currently serves as Member (Administration) at the Capacity Building Commission, Government of India, and as CEO of the Maharashtra Institution for Transformation (MITRA), a state-level think tank.

Pardeshi has also worked with the United Nations in various capacities, including as Chief of the Transition Recovery Unit at UNDP Geneva and in leadership roles at UNISDR and UNITAR.

CEAT Limited is a leading Indian tyre manufacturer, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1958, the company is part of the RPG Group, a diversified business conglomerate with interests in infrastructure, energy, technology, and tyres. Over the decades, CEAT has grown its presence both domestically and internationally, offering a wide range of tyres catering to various segments, including two-wheelers, passenger cars, commercial vehicles, off-road applications, and specialty vehicles.

The company operates several manufacturing facilities in India, with key plants located in Nashik, Halol, Nagpur, and Chennai. These facilities are equipped with modern technology to support the production of radial and bias tyres. CEAT also maintains a strong distribution network across India, ensuring product availability in urban and rural markets. In addition, CEAT exports its products to multiple countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Research and development play a vital role in CEAT’s operations, with dedicated efforts towards improving product quality, fuel efficiency, and durability. The company has invested in R&D centers and testing facilities to meet evolving customer expectations and regulatory standards. Sustainability has also emerged as a key focus area, with initiatives targeting reduced carbon emissions, energy efficiency, and responsible waste management.

In the automotive sector, CEAT supplies to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and serves the replacement market. The brand is also visible in the motorsports and cycling domains, enhancing its market recognition. CEAT is listed on major Indian stock exchanges and is subject to the regulatory framework applicable to listed entities.