Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, December 2025 — Nippon Paint India has announced the elevation of Mahesh Anand to Group Executive Vice President, marking a major milestone in his nearly two-decade-long journey with the organisation. Known for his strategic leadership and deep industry expertise, Mahesh has been instrumental in shaping Nippon Paint’s growth trajectory in India’s dynamic coatings market.
Over the past 19 years at Nippon Paint (India) Private Limited, Mahesh has played a pivotal role in building the Decorative Paint Division into a strong nationwide business. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its presence across India, enhanced its digital ecosystem, and continuously driven product innovation to strengthen brand equity and competitive positioning.
During his tenure, Nippon Paint India has successfully diversified beyond decorative coatings into adjacent categories such as waterproofing, construction chemicals, and sustainable coating technologies. Mahesh’s vision and operational acumen have been central to this diversification, reinforcing Nippon Paint’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric excellence.
Prior to joining Nippon Paint, Mahesh spent over 15 years with Berger Paints India Ltd, where he led key business operations and developed deep market insights that would later shape his leadership success. His extensive experience across strategy, sales, and operations continues to drive impactful growth within the coatings ecosystem.
In his expanded role, Mahesh will continue to steer strategic initiatives focused on organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term innovation, further cementing Nippon Paint’s position as a leader in the Indian and Asia Pacific paint industries.
About Nippon Paint India
Nippon Paint (India) Private Limited, a subsidiary of Nippon Paint Holdings, is a leading player in India’s decorative, industrial, and automotive coatings market. Founded in Japan with over 143 years of legacy, Nippon Paint is the No.1 paint manufacturer in Asia Pacific and among the world’s top coatings companies. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company delivers advanced coating solutions designed to enhance quality of life and protect the environment. Nippon Paint and its subsidiaries have a presence in 31 countries, including Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, China, India, the UK, and Germany.
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