Kärcher India appoints Puneet Sharma as Managing Director – Alfred Kärcher India Network (AKIN)
Kärcher India, a global leader in cleaning technology and solutions, today announced the appointment of Mr Puneet Sharma as Managing Director – Kärcher India, effective January 21, 2026. Kärcher India Appoints Puneet Sharma as MD – AKIN India Ntwk Mr Sharma brings over 30 years of leadership experience across commercial, manufacturing, and engineering-led organisations. He has a proven track record in managing full P&L responsibilities, driving operational excellence, building high-performance teams, and leading large, multi-location businesses. During his extensive career, he has held senior leadership roles, including Managing Director, CEO, and Board positions with reputed organisations such as Konecranes & Demag, Kohler Group, Greaves Cotton, and Cummins India, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth, strengthening operations, and building scalable business platforms. Mr Sharma holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering and an MBA from Indiana University, USA. Known for his strategic acumen, people-centric leadership style, and strong execution focus, he is expected to play a key role in advancing Kärcher India’s growth ambitions and strengthening its leadership position in the Indian market. Commenting on his appointment, Mr Puneet Sharma said, “I am happy to join Kärcher India at a time when our impact aligns perfectly with the national vision of Swachh Bharat. Kärcher’s commitment to innovation and quality strongly resonates with the need for advanced hygiene solutions in our communities. I look forward to working closely with the team to build scalable, future-ready capabilities that not only strengthen our leadership but actively contribute to the Clean India movement across both professional and consumer segments.” Commenting on the appointment, Mr Prashanth Srirangam, Director, Kärcher India, said, “We are delighted to welcome Puneet Sharma to Kärcher India. His extensive industry experience, proven leadership capabilities, and strong strategic vision will play a pivotal role in accelerating our growth trajectory and further strengthening our market leadership in India.” Kärcher India looks forward to Mr Sharma’s leadership and wishes him every success in his new role. FOR MORE BLOGS - beyondthepunchlines.com Read the full article
