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APL Apollo appoints Charu Malhotra as chief brand officer
Mumbai: The board of directors of APL Apollo, India’s leading branded steel tubes manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Charu Malhotra as the chief brand officer. A seasoned marketing professional, Malhotra brings a wealth of experience to her new role, where she will be responsible for steering the brand’s purpose and ensuring unified communication that aligns with the business objectives across APL Apollo.
Charu brings an outstanding track-record of driving growth for brands across luxury and premium businesses. Charu’s unique profile has been built over two decades of experience where she has consistently built brands and businesses through deep consumer and market insights, strategic thinking, and an ability to translate brand values consistently across different categories in an aspirational way.
Recognising the prowess and expertise of Charu Malhotra in her distinguished field, APL Apollo Tubes Ltd chairman & MD Sanjay Gupta said, “We are delighted to have Ms Charu Malhorta join our team as chief brand officer. Charu’s reputuation as a visionary in brand development precedes her, and we are excited to leverage her insights to shape a compelling narrative that resonates with our clients, stake holders and industry at large. I am confident that with her strategic thinking and creative finesse we are well positioned to unlock fresh opportunities and redefine our brand’s impact in the building material industry”
Reflecting on her appointment, Malhotra added, “I am profoundly honoured and enthusiastic to be part of APL Apollo as the chief brand officer. This role deeply resonates with my passion to steering impactful change through the strategic marketing and communication to various stake holders. As we come together, we are poised to embark on an exciting journey of relentless innovation, robust growth, and the creation of an indelible brand within the industry.”
Malhotra’s illustrious career spans two decades marked by successful brand strategy implementation, market presence augmentation, and revenue generation through innovative marketing campaigns. Her last stint was with Hindware ltd as VP and head of marketing she played a pivotal role in leading brand transformation and relaunch the brand that resonates with millennials.
She has been honoured with numerous distinguished awards and accolades, including the ET Inspiring Women leader & Women Super Achiever Award among many others, presented by prestigious organizations. As Charu joins forces with APL Apollo, there is eager anticipation to embark on a journey of innovation, cultivate growth, and establish an enduring legacy within the industry.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
