EKA Mobility Appoints Former SIAM Executive Director Prashant Kumar Banerjee as Group Head – Government & Corporate Affairs

Pune, India, August 6, 2026: EKA Mobility has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Prashant Kumar Banerjee as Group Head – Government & Corporate Affairs, as the electric commercial vehicle manufacturer looks to accelerate its growth and strengthen engagement with policymakers and industry stakeholders.

A leading Indian electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and a Champion OEM under the Government of India’s Auto Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, EKA Mobility said Banerjee will spearhead the company’s government relations, corporate affairs, public policy and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives across the Group.

Prashant Kumar Banerjee to lead policy and stakeholder engagement

In his new role, Banerjee will oversee strategic engagement with government bodies, industry associations and key stakeholders. He will also lead policy advocacy efforts while supporting EKA Mobility’s long-term sustainability and business growth objectives.

Commenting on the appointment, Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder and Chairman of EKA Mobility, said the company will benefit from Banerjee’s extensive experience in the automotive and regulatory ecosystem.

“Prashant’s industry, policy and regulatory expertise is a unique combination that will be a great asset to EKA Mobility as it strengthens our leadership in the mobility sector. His deep understanding of the automotive ecosystem, coupled with his extensive engagement with national and international stakeholders, will help us build globally competitive and sustainable mobility solutions. We are happy to have him join the EKA family.”

Over 36 years of automotive industry experience

Banerjee brings more than 36 years of experience across automotive engineering, product development, regulations and public policy.

Before joining EKA Mobility, he served as Executive Director at the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), where he played a key role in shaping India’s automotive regulations, industry standards and policy advocacy.

His professional journey also includes leadership roles at:

• Tata Motors
• Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)
• Toyota
• Daewoo Motors
• IIT Bombay

Veteran policy expert with global regulatory experience

An alumnus of IIT Bombay and a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), UK, Banerjee has represented India at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) WP.29 forums since 2003.

He also chairs India’s GRSG (Working Party on General Safety Provisions) on behalf of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, contributing to the development of vehicle construction regulations with a special focus on electric and hydrogen mobility.

His contributions to sustainable transportation and bioenergy were recognised with Brazil’s prestigious Order of Rio Branco, one of the country’s highest civilian honours.

Banerjee on joining EKA Mobility

Speaking about his new role, Banerjee said India’s mobility sector is entering a transformative phase driven by electrification and technological innovation.

“The mobility sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by electrification, sustainability and technological innovation. EKA Mobility has emerged as a pioneering force in India’s clean mobility ecosystem with a strong vision for future-ready transportation solutions. I look forward to working with policymakers, industry stakeholders and partners to support the Company’s growth journey and contribute to India’s sustainable mobility ambitions.”

Strengthening leadership for future growth

EKA Mobility said Banerjee’s appointment reinforces its commitment to building a strong leadership team as it expands its footprint in India’s rapidly evolving electric commercial vehicle market.

The company continues to focus on developing next-generation electric buses, trucks and commercial mobility solutions while supporting India’s transition towards cleaner and more sustainable transportation.