SIAM appoints Ashok Leyland's Dasari as president

Ashok Leyland Managing Director Vinod Dasari has been elected as the new President of the automobile industry body Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).
General Motors India, President and Managing Director, Arvind Saxena has been elected as the new Vice-President of the organisation, SIAM said in a statement.
Besides, Maruti Suzuki India Managing Director and CEO, Kenichi Ayukawa has been appointed as the new Treasurer of SIAM, it added.
Commenting on his new role, Dasari said: "I shall continue to work towards the betterment of the industry and ensure that it fulfils its responsibilities towards the nation."
The apex auto industry body representing leading vehicle and vehicular engine manufacturers in India, facilitates dialogue between the industry, government, national as well as international organisations.

It also works closely with concerned stakeholders and helps evolve rules, regulations and policies related to the automobile industry.