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Veedehi Patel appointed head of HR at Adani Defence and Aerospace
MUMBAI: Adani Defence and Aerospace has appointed Veedehi Patel as its new head of human resources, entrusting her with the mission of shaping a dynamic and inclusive workplace. With a strong background in talent development, workforce planning, and organisational design, she is set to play a key role in driving strategic HR initiatives.
Patel brings a wealth of expertise from her tenure at Adani Enterprises Limited, GE Grid Solutions, LM Wind Power, and GE HealthCare. Throughout her career, she has been instrumental in strengthening HR strategies, fostering employee engagement, and building high-performing teams.
An MBA graduate in human resources management from Xavier Institute of Social Service, she is known for her people-centric approach. At Adani Defence and Aerospace, she will focus on enhancing employee experiences, aligning HR practices with business objectives, and cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With a vision to empower talent and accelerate organisational growth, Veedehi Patel’s leadership marks an exciting new chapter for the company’s evolving workforce strategy.
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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.
