Hero MotoCorp is reshaping its leadership lineup with the appointment of Srihari Mulgund as Chief Strategy Officer, effective August 17, 2026. The move positions Mulgund at the center of the company’s ambitious broadening of its strategic horizon, signaling a renewed emphasis on long-range planning, market diversification, and an integrated approach to next-generation mobility. With Hero MotoCorp’s House of Strategy in focus, the new CSO will be tasked with aligning engineering, product development, and market strategy to drive sustainable growth across a rapidly evolving automotive landscape.
Mulgund brings more than two decades of global experience spanning the United States, Japan, China, and India, with a track record that includes leadership roles in strategy, EV and battery ecosystems, and cross-border advisory work. Most recently a Partner at EY-Parthenon, he led high-impact engagements across EVs, supply value chains, and new-age mobility. His prior stints at Aisin AW, FEV Inc., and leadership as President of Ricardo Strategic Consulting, India, underscore a blend of technical insight and strategic execution that Hero MotoCorp hopes will translate into concrete, forward-looking initiatives.
Industry observers note that the appointment could accelerate Hero MotoCorp’s capacity to navigate shifts in propulsion, software-defined vehicles, and battery technology, while maintaining a strong pulse on traditional markets. By embedding a cross-cultural perspective and a practitioner’s eye for value creation, Mulgund is positioned to help shape a cohesive strategy that marries engineering excellence with market relevance, ensuring the company remains competitive as it expands its footprint beyond conventional motorcycles into broader mobility ecosystems.