Bajaj Auto Ltd. has appointed Pallavi Joshi Bakhru as an Independent Director, bringing to its board a wealth of experience spanning taxation, corporate governance, regulatory affairs and international business strategy.
Bakhru currently heads Family Office services and the India–UK business corridor at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP. In this capacity, she works closely with business promoters and family-owned enterprises, advising them on succession planning, family governance, wealth management and international expansion.
Over the course of her professional career, Bakhru has built considerable expertise in global taxation, investment structuring, transaction advisory, transfer pricing, regulatory compliance and international business operations.
Her experience across organisations including Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, Vedanta Ltd. and Walker Chandiok & Co. has provided her with exposure to complex financial and regulatory frameworks, along with an understanding of the strategic considerations involved in navigating evolving business environments.
Her appointment comes amid an increasing emphasis on robust corporate governance, transparent board practices and informed decision-making, particularly as businesses operate across increasingly interconnected global markets.
At Bajaj Auto, Bakhru's expertise in taxation, regulatory strategy and cross-border transactions is expected to bring valuable perspectives to board-level deliberations, particularly in areas concerning risk management, regulatory compliance and sustainable business growth.
Her induction also underscores the growing significance of independent directors who bring both specialised technical knowledge and a wider understanding of business priorities to corporate boards.
