FICCI Announces Anant Goenka As President

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has officially announced Anant Goenka as its new President for 2025–26. The announcement was made during the National Executive Committee Meeting in Srinagar, where Goenka was confirmed to succeed Harsha Vardhan Agarwal at the conclusion of FICCI’s 98th Annual General Meeting, scheduled for November 28–29, 2025, in New Delhi.

A Dynamic Leader With A Global Vision

Anant Goenka currently serves as Vice Chairman of the RPG Group, a USD 5 billion conglomerate with business interests spanning tyres, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, IT, and specialty sectors. Known for his forward-thinking leadership and sharp business acumen, Goenka has been instrumental in modernizing traditional business models and fostering innovation-driven growth across multiple industries.

Prior to his current role, he served as Managing Director and CEO of CEAT from 2012 to 2023, where he transformed the brand into a global benchmark for quality and sustainability. Under his leadership, CEAT’s market capitalization grew more than 25 times, earning global recognition including the prestigious Deming Grand Prize in 2023—the first tyre company in the world to achieve the honor. CEAT also received Lighthouse recognition from the World Economic Forum for its excellence in manufacturing transformation.

Shaping India’s Industry Landscape

As President of FICCI, Goenka is expected to play a critical role in driving dialogue around industrial innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness. His experience across manufacturing, digital transformation, and policy advocacy positions him to bridge traditional industry strengths with the evolving needs of India’s modern economy.

Before leading CEAT, Goenka gained valuable experience with Unilever and KEC International, building his foundation in global business operations and cross-sector management. His leadership style—marked by empathy, long-term vision, and a people-first approach—has been widely recognized within India’s corporate ecosystem.

Recognitions and Global Standing

Anant Goenka’s contributions have been celebrated internationally. He received the Kabiller Science of Empathy Prize from the Kellogg School of Management in 2023 and was previously named Forbes Next Generation Business Leader of the Year in 2017. He also featured in the Economic Times–Spencer Stuart list of India’s 40 Under 40 Business Leaders.

An alumnus of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his BS in Economics, and the Kellogg School of Management, where he completed his MBA, Goenka embodies a blend of global exposure and Indian values—qualities that are set to shape his vision for FICCI’s future.

Steering FICCI’s Next Chapter

Goenka’s appointment signals a generational shift at FICCI, emphasizing innovation, inclusivity, and digital transformation. As Indian industries navigate new global realities, his leadership is expected to strengthen FICCI’s role as a bridge between business, government, and society—driving initiatives that foster sustainable growth and economic progress.

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