Shailesh Jejurikar Becomes First Indian to Lead 187-Year-Old P&G

Named president & CEO

- Sharleen D'Souza & Sohini Das

India loves its Bollywood stars and cricket heroes, and so does Shailesh Jejurikar, who has just been named president and chief executive officer (CEO) of global consumer giant Procter & Gamble (P&G)—the maker of brands such as Ariel, Pantene, Tide and others.

The first Indian to hold the top job at the 187-year-old American multinational, Jejurikar, 58, will take over the reins from Jon Moeller, who will become executive chairman in January 2026.

After Moeller being at the helm for four years, it's Jejurikar's turn now to step into the spotlight. Some are calling it a "blockbuster moment" for Jejurikar, who had joined P&G way back in 1989.

"I am honored to serve as P&G's CEO," Jejurikar, who's currently chief operating officer (COO), said in a company statement. "P&G people, our brands, and our capabilities in innovation and operational excellence fuel my confidence for a future of sustained growth and value creation."

As the news broke, there was celebration at his family home in Mumbai. A tight-knit celebration is being planned for Jejurikar's next visit to India, expected in the coming weeks.

Jejurikar's India connection is deeply personal and proudly maintained. He visits the country regularly—at least thrice a year—often for family holidays, sometimes for business, but always with a sense of rootedness.