New Delhi, May 30 (PTI) Orient Electric, a CK Birla Group firm on Thursday announced the appointment of R S Negi as Managing Director and CEO.

While its Vice Chairman & Managing Director Desh Deepak Khetrapal has resigned, according to a regulatory filing by the company.

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Negi's appointment would be effective from May 31, 2024.

He also joins the Orient Electric Board as a full-time director and will be based in New Delhi.

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In his last assignment, Negi was the Chief Operating Officer -- Consumer Products at Bajaj Electricals.

He is also a former Chairman of the Indian Fans' Manufacturers Association (IFMA). Previously, he has led the Electric Consumer Durables business at Havells.

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