Who was elected the first Indian President of OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles)?

Explanation

OICA's official announcement names Shailesh Chandra, President of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers, as its new President, effective 1 November 2025. OICA records Chandra's statement that becoming the first OICA President from India highlights the organisation's global representation. Chandra, also MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, became the first Indian to head OICA. The appointment was institutionally significant because OICA is the worldwide federation representing national associations of motor vehicle manufacturers and was founded in 1919.

Why the other options are wrong

• (A) Anand Mahindra was not elected OICA President and was not the first OICA President from India.
• (C) Rajesh Jejurikar was not elected President of OICA.
• (D) Vinod Aggarwal was not elected OICA President; Shailesh Chandra held that role from 1 November 2025.

Concept

Appointments to international industry bodies are part of current-affairs preparation for RAS. Such appointments connect Indian public and economic institutions with global organisations.

Source

• International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA)

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