Colgate-Palmolive elevates Prabha Narasimhan to EVP - Marketing, Asia-Pacific and announces Manish Anandani as new MD & CEO for India
Colgate-Palmolive India has announced a leadership transition, with current MD and CEO Prabha Narasimhan moving to an Asia-Pacific marketing role. Manish Anandani will succeed her as the new Managing Director and CEO of the Indian division.
Why it matters
Leadership changes in major multinational subsidiaries often signal shifts in regional growth strategies and market focus.
MUMBAI, India , Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Colgate-Palmolive India Limited today announced a key leadership transition. Prabha Narasimhan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, has been elevated to the role of Executive Vice President – Marketing, Asia-Pacific Division, Colgate-Palmolive, effective close of business hours on 27 September, 2026.
To lead the company into its next growth phase, the Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Manish Anandani as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 28 September, 2026.
During Prabha Narasimhan's four-year tenure at the helm of Colgate-Palmolive India, she steered the company through a transformative growth journey, reinforcing its position as the market leader in oral care. Under her leadership, the company doubled down on strategic premiumisation, accelerating premium portfolio growth to five times the pace of the broader market, while delivering volume-led growth, industry-leading profitability, and consistent top-line momentum.
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