The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing India’s automotive component industry, has announced the appointment of Sriram Viji, Managing Director, Brakes India Pvt. Ltd., as its President for the 2026–27 term. Anjali Singh, Executive Chairperson, ANAND Group and Gabriel India, has been appointed President-Designate.
Welcoming the new leadership team, Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMA, said the appointments come at an important time for the Indian auto component industry as it navigates geopolitical uncertainties and a rapidly evolving mobility landscape.
“We are delighted to welcome Mr. Sriram Viji and Mrs. Anjali Singh to their new roles. Their rich industry experience and strategic vision will guide ACMA as the sector navigates geopolitical uncertainty and the evolving mobility landscape,” Mehta said.
He added that the new leadership would strengthen ACMA’s engagement with the government and industry stakeholders while supporting efforts to diversify supply chains, improve access to critical raw materials and enhance India’s competitiveness in global automotive markets.
Speaking on his appointment, Sriram Viji, President, ACMA, said it was an honour to lead the association as India continues to strengthen its position as a trusted partner in global automotive value chains.
“Our priority is to deepen local capabilities and accelerate investment in advanced technologies, R&D and innovation, while embedding sustainability across the industry,” Viji said.
He noted that the growth of electric, connected and new-energy mobility is creating new opportunities for Indian component manufacturers. According to Viji, the industry must move beyond simply adapting to these changes and instead play an active role in shaping the future of mobility.
“Together with our members, we will work to position India as a global hub for high-value manufacturing and next-generation mobility solutions,” he added.
The new leadership is expected to play a key role in guiding the Indian auto component sector through a period of technological transformation, supply-chain realignment and increasing global demand for advanced automotive components.
With a focus on localisation, innovation, sustainability and global competitiveness, ACMA aims to further strengthen India’s position within global automotive value chains while supporting the industry’s transition towards next-generation mobility.
