Solara Appoints Ajit Manocha as CIO from August 2026

Date: July 23, 2026

Appointment Details: Mr. Ajit Manocha appointed as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Effective Date: August 10, 2026
Approval Authority: Board of Directors based on recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee
Meeting Date: July 23, 2026
Status: Part of Senior Management Personnel (SMP) from effective date

Experience: Over 33 years as a global technology and Life Sciences transformation leader
Industry Expertise: Pharmaceuticals, CRDMOs, manufacturing, and other regulated industries
Specialization: Aligning technology strategy with business goals
Key Skills: Leading enterprise-wide SAP and S/4HANA transformations, implementing Industry 4.0, IoT, cybersecurity, and AI/ML/Generative AI initiatives
Governance Experience: Extensive experience working with Boards and senior leadership on technology strategy, cyber risk, and governance
Regulatory Focus: Ensuring protection of intellectual property and data integrity in highly regulated environments