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Srajan Tiwari steps up as senior vice president at HDFC Bank
MUMBAI: HDFC Bank has added another seasoned name to its leadership bench, with Srajan Tiwari taking on the role of senior vice president. The appointment marks a natural next chapter in a career shaped by two decades of banking, mutual funds and investment analytics across India and overseas.
In his new role within the personal banking group, Tiwari will focus on strengthening the bank’s investment analytics capabilities while driving growth initiatives across regions. It is a brief that plays to his strengths, blending numbers, networks and nuanced market understanding.
Tiwari is no stranger to HDFC Bank. Since 2019, he has served as regional head for North India in investment analytics, helping build scale and strategy in one of the bank’s most competitive markets. The promotion signals continuity as much as confidence in his leadership.
Before returning to HDFC Bank, Tiwari spent a year at BankBazaar as deputy vice president for mutual funds, gaining a digital-first perspective on retail investing. Prior to that, he clocked nearly seven years at Canara Robeco Asset Management as business head for North India, where he played a key role in expanding the fund house’s footprint.
His earlier career reads like a tour of India’s financial map and beyond. From managing Reliance Capital’s Middle East operations in Dubai to leading regions across Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Tiwari has worked across markets with very different investor mindsets. His journey began at ICICI Bank and ICICI Capital Services, following a management trainee stint at Fascel.
With deep roots in traditional banking and a clear eye on modern investment needs, Tiwari’s elevation reflects HDFC Bank’s intent to keep experience and execution closely aligned. For the bank, it is a steady hand at the wheel. For Tiwari, it is a role that brings his long, varied journey neatly full circle.
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Ather Energy doubles service network to 500 centres nationwide
EV maker scales support alongside growth to keep riders on the road
MUMBAI: Ather Energy is quietly building more than just scooters. It is building the backbone to keep them running.
The electric two-wheeler maker has expanded its service network to 500 authorised centres across India, nearly doubling its footprint in a year from 277. The move mirrors its growing retail presence and signals a clear focus on one often overlooked part of EV ownership, what happens after the purchase.
From the outset, Ather has prioritised service support in every city it enters, aiming to make ownership as smooth as the ride itself. Its Gold Service Centres bring in upgraded customer lounges, modern equipment and processes designed to make servicing more transparent and reliable.
Speed, too, is part of the pitch. Through its ExpressCare initiative, riders can get periodic maintenance done in about an hour, now available across 82 centres, turning what used to be a chore into a quick pit stop.
Ather Energy chief business officer Ravneet Singh Phokela said, “Crossing 500 service centres is an important milestone as we scale across the country. Reliable after-sales support is central to the ownership experience, and our focus remains on consistent service quality and accessibility.”
The expansion comes as demand grows for models like the Ather 450 and the Rizta, which have helped the company reach a broader set of riders across metros and emerging cities alike.
Alongside servicing, Ather continues to power up infrastructure through the Ather Grid, now one of the largest fast-charging networks for two-wheelers, with over 4,300 charging points.
With plans to scale further and deepen its presence, Ather’s approach is clear. Selling the scooter may start the journey, but keeping it running smoothly is what sustains it.
