Harsha Vardhan Agarwal Elected as President of FICCI
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Harsha Vardhan Agarwal has been named the President-Elect of FICCI. |
| FICCI | Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry. |
| Effective Date | Agarwal will assume the role on November 21, 2024, after the 97th AGM. |
| Current Role | Senior Vice President of FICCI. |
| Successor | Will succeed Anish Shah as President of FICCI. |
| Professional Background | Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emami Limited, part of the Emami Group (valuation: USD 3.1 billion). |
| Awards & Recognition | Named one of India's Hottest Young Business Leaders in 'FORTY UNDER 40' (2016). |
| Leadership & Strategy | Leads the FMCG sector of the Emami Group; key member of the group's strategic think-tank. |
| FICCI Established | 1927. |
| Type | Non-government, not-for-profit organization. |
| Significance | Largest and oldest apex business organization in India. |
| Historical Role | Played a key role in India's struggle for independence and industrialization. |
| Headquarters | New Delhi, India. |
| Global Presence | Offices in various Indian states and foreign countries. |
| Influence on Government | Influences economic policies through forums for economists, civil servants, and industrialists; engages in consultative arrangements with government planners and policymakers. |