R K Chugh takes over as IEEMA President for 2019-20

September 19, 2019

Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA) – the apex association of the Indian electrical equipment manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce that Mr. R K Chugh has taken over the post of President, IEEMA for 2019-20. Chugh took over coveted post during the IEEMA annual convention held on September 17, 2019 themed as ‘Transformational Reforms’.

Talking about the priority areas to focus on in his new role as President IEEMA, he says, “It is my privilege and honor to be at the helm of affairs at IEEMA and look forward to your full support. At the present juncture, when state of economy in India and globally is not all that good, it presents to us challenges as well as opportunities to address the same. All of us individually and collectively can make a big difference towards bringing about a turnaround in our own areas of work, thereby contributing to a substantial change at macro level. Increase in productivity together with creation of more jobs in our set ups should be a priority to increase consumption level in the country. Thrust on exports to newer markets and countries with quality products and services can ensure much higher capacity utilization in our factories & of course Power will play a very important role in achieving these ambitions. IEEMA has a well-oiled machinery and infrastructure to help us achieving our business goals and align with larger goals of the nation. Our association and all of us have a responsibility and a role in Transformation.”

Commenting on the appointment, Sunil Misra, Director General, IEEMA said, “We are glad to have Mr. Chugh lead and guide the Association. His outstanding professional credentials and extensive international experience make him exceptionally well placed to provide leadership to IEEMA at this important juncture. He is very well known in the Industry for his work with Utilities & across Electrical Equipment spectrum and people management.”