Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd has announced the appointment of Yash Ahuja as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective August 1, 2025, succeeding the highly respected P.D. Pai, who retires after a distinguished tenure on July 31.
Yash joined Kansai Nerolac in April 2024 as CFO Designate, bringing with him over 24 years of leadership in finance, strategy, and business transformation. His extensive career includes impactful roles at renowned global and Indian companies like Panasonic, Wrigley, HP, GE, and SpiceJet, where he spearheaded several high-stakes financial and operational initiatives.
A Chartered Accountant and alumnus of the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, Yash combines strong academic foundations with a proven ability to drive financial excellence across industries. He is widely recognized for his strategic thinking, execution strength, and ability to align finance with business innovation.
As Kansai Nerolac continues its growth journey under its Japanese parent company Kansai Paint, Yash’s leadership is expected to reinforce the company’s financial agility and resilience amid India’s evolving paint and coatings market. His appointment signals a clear commitment to future-ready financial stewardship.
