Pidilite Industries Appoints Suresh Kumar C as Chief Human Resources Officer

Pidilite Industries has appointed Suresh Kumar C as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective July 21, 2026, marking a significant internal leadership transition at one of India’s leading adhesives and specialty chemicals companies.

Suresh Kumar C succeeds Ashish Prasad, who has taken on the role of Chief Business Officer – Strategic Initiatives. A long-serving leader at Pidilite, Suresh Kumar C brings more than 33 years of experience within the organisation, making him one of the company’s most seasoned executives. Most recently, he served as Co-CHRO, where he played a key role in driving talent strategy, leadership development, organisational effectiveness, and employee engagement. (hr.economictimes.indiatimes.com)

Throughout his career at Pidilite, Suresh Kumar C has held leadership responsibilities across multiple business functions, including Human Resources, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain. This cross-functional experience has given him a comprehensive understanding of the company’s operations and business strategy, enabling him to align people initiatives with organisational goals.

His appointment underscores Pidilite’s strong focus on leadership continuity and internal talent development. By elevating an experienced internal leader with decades of institutional knowledge, the company aims to further strengthen its people-first culture while supporting long-term business growth.

As CHRO, Suresh Kumar C will lead Pidilite’s human resources function, focusing on talent management, leadership capability, organisational transformation, workforce development, and employee experience. His leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in building future-ready capabilities and sustaining Pidilite’s reputation as one of India’s leading employers.