Schindler has appointed Nitin Chalke as President and CEO for India and South Asia. Previously at Eaton for over a decade, Chalke re-joins Schindler and is now based at their Mumbai headquarters. At Eaton, he held diverse leadership roles, including Country Manager-India and President of Asia Pacific - Hydraulics and Vehicles Group. Notably, he also served as President of North America: Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions. Chalke brings a wealth of experience to Schindler, and his return marks a significant move for the company's operations and leadership in the region.
Prior to his tenure at Eaton, Chalke dedicated ten years of his professional journey to Schindler, India, culminating in his role as Director of Field Operations. He commented, "Schindler has rapidly enhanced its manufacturing footprint, Global Innovation Centre, and geographical reach in India, offering a strong, digitally integrated range of elevators and escalators".
Nitin Chalke, President & CEO of India and South Asia at Schindler, expressed optimism, stating, "With a dedicated team prioritizing customer service, we anticipate a future marked by growth and achievements". Schindler India operates in 60 key cities, with branch offices in 15 cities and its main base situated in Mumbai.