Hinduja Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Hinduja Group, has appointed Raman Kalyanakrishnan as Chief Executive Officer.
Raman has brought over 30 years of experience across the corporate and development sectors, including roles in strategy, business development, and program implementation. He has spent the past nine years in philanthropy and previously worked with Tata Trusts, Tata Strategic Management Group, Bharti Airtel, Mattel Toys, and Arvind Fashions.
At Hinduja Foundation, he has been tasked with leading strategic initiatives in healthcare, water stewardship, rural development, education, and sustainability. The appointment has marked a new phase for the Foundation as it has sought to expand its impact and strengthen community engagement.
On the appointment, Mr. Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman, Hinduja Foundation, said, “At the Hinduja Foundation, we have always been committed to building sustainable and inclusive value for our communities. Raman’s experience in both the corporate and development sectors, along with his deep understanding of program strategy and execution, will be instrumental as we expand the scope and scale of our philanthropic initiatives. We are delighted to have him join the Group and look forward to an impactful journey ahead.”
Mr. Raman Kalyanakrishnan, CEO, Hinduja Foundation, said, “It is a privilege to lead an institution with such a rich legacy of nation-building and social transformation. I look forward to working closely with the team and our partners to further the Foundation’s mission of inclusive development through innovation, collaboration, and empathy. Together, we will build on the Foundation’s strong base to deepen our impact across rural development, water stewardship, education, and cultural preservation.”
