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Pontika Aerotech Appoints Dr. Srikanth Dahagam as President – HR & Administration (CHRO)
Dr. Srikanth Dahagam brings over 35 years of experience to Pontika Aerotech, where he will lead HR and administration with a focus on People, Processes and Performance.
Dr. Srikanth Dahagam joins Pontika Aerotech
Pontika Aerotech Limited, a contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), has appointed Dr. Srikanth Dahagam as President – Human Resources & Administration (CHRO), strengthening its leadership team with an industry veteran bringing over 35 years of professional experience across human resources, organisational development, talent management and pharmaceutical operations.
People, Processes and Performance
In his new role, Dr. Dahagam will lead the company's human resources and administration functions, with a focus on aligning people strategies with organisational objectives. His leadership priorities will centre on three key pillars — People, Processes and Performance — to strengthen workforce capabilities, operational efficiency and organisational effectiveness.
Leadership experience across healthcare and pharmaceuticals
Before joining Pontika Aerotech, Dr. Dahagam served as Chief Human Resources Officer at GoApptiv Private Limited, where he contributed to strategic HR management, talent development and performance management initiatives within the healthcare and pharmaceutical services ecosystem.
Previously, he held the position of CHRO at Tirupati Group, where he was part of the executive leadership team and oversaw human resources, administration, security, corporate communication and environmental, social and governance (ESG) functions.
His extensive professional journey also includes serving as Senior Director/Senior Vice President – Human Resources at Emcure Pharmaceuticals, where he managed HR, training and administration for the company's India operations. He has additionally held senior leadership positions at Cadila Pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Bristol Myers Squibb, UCB India and Nicholas Healthcare.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Dahagam spent nearly a decade at Novo Nordisk, gaining experience across sales, marketing, training and human resources. He began his professional journey in pharmaceutical sales at Hoechst, developing a strong understanding of business operations before transitioning into strategic HR leadership.
Academic background and people management expertise
Dr. Dahagam holds a PhD in Human Resources Development from Nirma University. His combined expertise in commercial operations and people management is expected to support Pontika Aerotech's efforts to build a performance-driven, people-centric organisational culture.
Supporting innovation and growth at Pontika Aerotech
Headquartered in Paonta Sahib, Himachal Pradesh, Pontika Aerotech provides integrated development and manufacturing solutions across pharmaceuticals, beauty and personal care, Ayurveda and other specialised product segments. The company focuses on innovation, advanced manufacturing technologies, product development and quality-driven operations.
Dr. Dahagam's appointment comes as Pontika Aerotech continues to strengthen its organisational capabilities to support innovation, operational excellence and long-term business growth.
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