Granules India's board of directors appointed Dr. Kandiraju Venkata Sitaram Rao as managing Director and Chief executive officer with effect from January 5, 2022. He has over 29 years of experience in the field of manufacturing, R&D, business and customer service management. He previously worked as executive director & CEO for CSM Business of PI Industries Limited.

As per the company, Dr. Rao established innovative business models with eminent team dynamics and instituted good manufacturing and R&D systems. He also built best in class practices in environment, health and safety and nurtured excellent diversity and inclusivity policies.