TVS Motor Company Limited has announced the appointment of Ms. Kalpana Unadkat as an Additional Director and Non-Executive Independent Director, effective December 15, 2025. The appointment is subject to shareholders’ approval through a postal ballot. Ms. Unadkat has been appointed for a period of five consecutive years and brings over 25 years of cross-border legal experience and more than a decade of boardroom exposure.
As a seasoned legal and governance professional, Ms. Unadkat is dual-qualified as a solicitor in India and the UK. She has previously worked as a senior partner at Khaitan & Co. and as Co-Head of Ashurst’s India Practice in London. Her expertise includes cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance. Currently, she serves as an independent director on the boards of Avenue Supermarts (DMart), TVS Credit Services, and Eris Lifesciences.
The appointment of Ms. Unadkat aligns with TVS Motor’s focus on strengthening corporate governance, board effectiveness, and long-term value creation. The company’s Board of Directors approved the appointment at a meeting held on December 15, 2025, which commenced at 10:20 AM and concluded at 10:55 AM (IST). The company confirmed that Ms. Unadkat is not related to any director on the board and is not debarred from holding the office of director by any regulatory authority, including SEBI.
The induction of Ms. Unadkat is expected to bring significant value to the TVS Motor board, given her extensive experience and expertise in corporate governance and cross-border transactions. Her appointment demonstrates TVS Motor’s commitment to enhancing its board composition and strengthening its governance practices. With her expertise and experience, Ms. Unadkat is likely to play a key role in shaping the company’s strategic decisions and driving long-term growth. Overall, the appointment is a positive development for TVS Motor and is expected to contribute to the company’s continued success.