Asian Paints Appoints Leo Puri as Independent Director and Next Chairman
Asian Paints has appointed Leo Puri as an Additional and Independent Director for five consecutive years, starting from September 7, 2026. The company's board has unanimously approved this appointment, which is subject to shareholders' approval.
Puri will succeed R Seshasayee as the chairman of Asian Paints, effective January 23, 2027. His term as an independent director will run until September 6, 2031. The company plans to seek shareholder approval through a postal ballot.
Leo Puri is a financial sector veteran with four decades of experience and currently serves as Advisory India Chair at Apax. He has held various positions in the past, including chairman of South and Southeast Asia at JPMorgan Chase and managing director and CEO of UTI Asset Management Company.