Management Appointment Disclosure

Arvind Fashions Limited (AFL) announced the appointment of Ms. Lakshmi Krishnan as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) effective May 25, 2026. The announcement was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Executive Background and Qualifications

Ms. Lakshmi Krishnan brings over 25 years of global experience in human resources across multiple geographies including India, Southeast Asia, and the United Kingdom. Her career spans consumer goods, financial services, and technology sectors.

Previous Roles:

  • Most recently served as Head of HR for Corporate Functions at Unilever's global headquarters in London
  • Partnered with Global CFO and Chief Legal Officer to drive organization-wide transformation across 5,000+ employee base
  • Previously served as Head of HR for Unilever's Global Procurement business in Singapore, overseeing a €31 billion operation
  • Led best-in-class inclusion programs while enhancing organizational effectiveness and performance

Education:

  • Master's degree in Social Work (Gold Medallist) from University of Madras
  • Currently pursuing CHRO Program at Wharton

Management Commentary

Ms. Amisha Jain, Managing Director & CEO, Arvind Fashions Limited stated: "We are delighted to welcome Lakshmi to AFL at an important moment in our growth journey. Her global HR leadership across consumer, financial services, and technology businesses and her track record of driving transformation at scale will be invaluable as we strengthen our organisational capabilities and build the talent and culture needed for our next phase of growth."

Ms. Lakshmi Krishnan, Chief Human Resources Officer, Arvind Fashions Limited commented: "I am excited to join Arvind Fashions at this important phase of its growth journey. The company's strong portfolio of brands and its focus on building future-ready capabilities present a compelling opportunity. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to further strengthen the organisation, nurture talent, and build a high-performance culture."

Company Background

Arvind Fashions Ltd is described as India's number one casual and denim player and a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands including U.S. Polo Assn., Arrow, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and Flying Machine. The company caters to consumers across various sub-categories and price points.

Compliance and Disclosure

The announcement was digitally signed by Lipi Jha, Company Secretary, and filed with both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The information is also available on the company's website at https://www.arvindfashions.com/.