NEW DELHI, November 6, 2025 – Boeing has named Sarma Chillara as the Executive Director of Human Resources for India and South Asia.
In this position, Mr. Chillara will oversee Boeing’s human resources department for India and South Asia. He will focus on improving organizational strength, increasing workforce skills, and promoting a welcoming and successful work environment. Mr. Chillara replaces Ajay Sharma, who now serves as Executive Director of HR for Boeing Europe, Israel, and Ukraine, as well as HR Business Partner for Global Engineering.
“Sarma’s wide experience in different industries and his thoughtful way of leading people will be very important as we grow our business in the region,” said Salil Gupte, President of Boeing India and South Asia. “His guidance and knowledge will help us build a workforce and talent plan that meets the changing needs of India’s aerospace and defense sector.”
Mr. Chillara has almost 20 years of experience in the automotive, banking, consulting, and retail industries. He comes to Boeing from Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, where he worked for more than 13 years and was a member of the Board for Human Resources. He is known for creating successful people strategies that support business change and growth.
Mr. Chillara earned an MBA in Human Resources from Welingkar Institute of Management and completed advanced leadership programs at The Wharton School and the University of Michigan. He also supports education by advising Mahindra International School and serving on Welingkar’s HR Advisory Board.
With his cross-industry background (automotive, banking, consulting, retail), he is likely well-positioned to handle diverse workforce dynamics, digital transformation in HR, and large-scale organisations.
About Boeing in India
Boeing is dedicated to providing value to Indian customers through advanced technology and is committed to building long-term benefits in India’s aerospace industry. The company works with local suppliers and partners with Indian schools and research organizations. For more information, visit www.boeing.co.in.
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