The All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA), the premier body representing the rubber industry in India since 1945, has announced its new President and new Office Bearers for the year 2025-2026. The announcement was made at the 73rd Annual General Meeting 2024-2025, held on October 28, 2025, at The Westin Powai Lake, Mumbai.

Mr. Anay Gupta, previously served in the role of Sr. Vice President, has been elected the new President of AIRIA for the year 2025-2026. Mr. Gupta is a prominent figure in the rubber industry, bringing over 32 years of extensive experience to his role, who has been a driving force at Vinko Auto Industries Ltd., currently serving as a Managing Director. With a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from San Jose State University, Mr. Gupta began his career in 1993 as Executive Director at Vinko and thereafter rose through the ranks to become Managing Director in 2017.

His strategic vision and expertise in export marketing have significantly enhanced Vinko’s market position. Additionally, Mr. Gupta has served on the AIRIA’s Managing Committee since 2017 and previously held the position of Chairman for AIRIA (NR) during the fiscal year 2020-21 and 2021-22. He is committed to fostering growth, innovation, and marketing excellence for the organization. As President, he aims to drive growth, innovation, and marketing excellence, shaping the future of the rubber industry.

Mr. K. Ganesh, Sr. Vice President, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge from his role as Managing Director of MRP Autorub Group of Companies in Chennai. With an MBA from Madras University, Mr. Ganesh has been with the company since its inception in 1979, guiding it to become a respected supplier of rubber components, with nearly 40% of its turnover generated through exports. An active member of AIRIA for over 15 years, he has held various roles, including Vice President AIRIA, Regional Chairman and Convener of NRC.

Mr. Vinod S. Bansal, Vice President, AIRIA, is a Chartered Accountant and the Co-founder & Managing Director of Jayashree Polymers Pvt. Ltd., Pune, a diversified rubber manufacturer supplying OEMs in the automotive, off-road, and railway sectors in India and overseas. He serves on the Executive Committee of MCCIA, Pune, a reputed chamber of commerce in Maharashtra with a legacy of more than a century. An active member of the Rotary Club of Nigdi, Pune, he has also served on the board of TJSB Sahakari Bank, Thane, a leading multi-state co-operative bank with over 150 branches across five states. A former Chairman of AIRIA’s Western Region, he is married to Dr. Shakuntala Bansal, who is actively involved with Rotary and various other social organizations.