Castrol India:
Castrol India, a major player in the lubricant sector, is undergoing a leadership transition. Kedar Lele, the current Managing Director, is set to step down at the end of December 2025 to explore new opportunities. In his place, the company has appointed Saugata Basuray as Interim CEO, starting January 2026, while he retains his existing role as Wholetime Director & Head of B2C Sales.From 1 January 2026, Saugata Basuray will assume the additional title of Interim CEO, until a permanent Managing Director is appointed. He continues to hold his prior position as Wholetime Director & Head, B2C Sales.
In light of the new appointment, his designation will be redefined as “Wholetime Director & Interim CEO.”Basuray is a seasoned Castrol veteran, having served the company since 1999 in various leadership capacities across regions and verticals.
