Philips has appointed Harshavardhan Chitale as CEO of Philips Lighting solutions, South Asia, with effect from January 1, 2015.
Based in Gurgaon, Chitale will be responsible for driving and building the Lighting Solutions business for Philips in India, the company said in a statement.
He will report to the Market Group Leader, Lighting Solutions, Philips Growth Markets.
Chitale said: “Lighting is an exciting industry to be in and it’s even more exciting to work with Philips, which has shaped and led the industry over the years. The timing is just right as the company is in a great position to benefit from the fundamental changes taking place in the lighting industry.”
Chitale joins Philips from HCL Infosystems, where he was the MD & CEO.
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