Gurugram, Haryana, India, May 2025 — Samidha Bhatnagar has been appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at PEARL GLOBAL INDUSTRIES LTD (PGIL), a multinational leader in apparel manufacturing. With nearly three decades of industry experience, Samidha brings a rich blend of strategic and operational HR expertise to her new role, where she will spearhead HR transformation, digital innovation, and talent alignment with PGIL’s international growth ambitions.
Before joining PGIL, Samidha served for over 24 years at Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd, one of India’s largest apparel exporters. Her tenure there included various leadership roles, culminating as Associate Vice President, where she led niche talent acquisition, performance management, and strategic HR interventions across a diverse business environment.
Earlier in her career, she held HR positions at Super Fashions, where she managed recruitment, training, and organizational development initiatives, and at KBS Tours & Travels, where she was responsible for payroll and recruitment operations. These roles provided her with early exposure to HR in dynamic operational settings.
With deep knowledge across performance management, CSR, employee relations, and compliance in both corporate and factory environments, Samidha is well-positioned to lead Pearl Global’s people strategy as the company strengthens its presence across global markets.
About PEARL GLOBAL INDUSTRIES LTD (PGIL)
Pearl Global Industries Ltd (PGIL) is a global apparel manufacturer known for transforming the fashion creation process with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and end-to-end solutions. Partnering with major international brands like GAP, Macy’s, WalMart, PVH, and Primark, PGIL operates manufacturing units across India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Indonesia, and maintains global design and sales teams in the US, UK, Hong Kong, and Spain. PGIL is among the few apparel manufacturers listed on Indian stock exchanges and is committed to delivering operational excellence through technology, talent, and sustainable practices.
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