Syngene International Strengthens Leadership with New CHRO and CCO Appointments

Syngene International has appointed Maninder Kapoor Puri as Chief Human Resources Officer and Abhijit Zutshi as Chief Commercial Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Puri brings nearly 30 years of HR expertise, while Zutshi offers 27 years in pharmaceuticals. These strategic additions aim to bolster Syngene's growth and client offerings.

Syngene International, a global leader in contract research, development, and manufacturing, has announced key appointments to its executive team. Effective May 1, 2026, Maninder Kapoor Puri has joined as the Chief Human Resources Officer, and Abhijit Zutshi as the Chief Commercial Officer.

With nearly three decades of experience, Puri is positioned to drive the company's global people agenda, leveraging her extensive background in HR leadership across various industries. Notably, she has been recognized among HR Today's Top 100 Global CHROs and India's Most Agile Leaders.

Zutshi brings 27 years of pharmaceutical commercial expertise and will spearhead Syngene's global sales, marketing, and client partnership initiatives. His previous roles at Biocon and Pfizer underscore his strategic acumen in generic formulations and market entry strategies.