Mumbai, 30th September, 2025 – Dhoot Transmission Group, a leader in the auto component industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Naveen Kumar as its new Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In this new role he will report to Founder and Managing Director, Mr. Rahul Dhoot. Mr. Naveen Kumar brings over three decades of senior leadership experience across the automotive, manufacturing, and technology sectors, with a strong track record of driving growth, operational excellence, and global partnerships.
Throughout his career, he has led major organizational transformations, business turnarounds, and large-scale expansions. As Group CEO of Napino Auto & Electronics, he successfully scaled revenues, strengthened operational efficiency, and established a state-of-the-art R&D center. Under his leadership, the company also created strategic joint ventures with global majors such as Continental AG and ZF TRW.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Rahul Dhoot, Founder and Managing Director, Dhoot Transmission, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Mr. Naveen Kumar as our Group CEO. His extensive leadership experience, vision for innovation, and proven ability to deliver sustainable growth make him the ideal choice to lead Dhoot Transmission into its next chapter.”
Naveen holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education and has completed a Senior Management program at IIM Calcutta.
With this appointment, Dhoot Transmission reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its leadership team and advancing its strategic vision for growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.
About Dhoot Transmission Group:
Founded in 1999, Dhoot Transmission Group has grown into a leading global supplier of wiring harnesses, serving two and three-wheeler manufacturers as well as a wide spectrum of vehicles, from commercial and off-road to farm equipment, across both traditional and electric platforms.
Over the last 25 years, the company has expanded its capabilities beyond wiring harnesses to include advanced electronic components, automotive switches, connection systems, and a strong range of electric mobility solutions — from charging equipment to battery assemblies.
