​R Seshasayee is the Executive Vice Chairman of the Hinduja Group, a diversified multinational conglomerate.

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R Seshasayee is known for his:

• Strategic Vision: He has a clear vision for business growth and diversification.
• Innovative Approach: He drives change and adapts the group to the evolving market landscape.
• Commitment to Excellence: He ensures the group maintains high standards of operational efficiency and business ethics.

​Hinduja Group is a multinational conglomerate with diverse interests across automotive, energy, banking, finance, media, infrastructure, and healthcare.

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The core values of Hinduja Group include:

• Integrity: Conducting business with transparency, honesty, and ethical practices.
• Sustainability: Committed to responsible business practices that ensure long-term environmental and social well-being.
• Innovation: Continuously striving for excellence and embracing new technologies to lead in every sector they operate.

As of January 2025, R. Seshasayee’s estimated net worth is approximately $459,964 (about ₹3.8 crore), primarily based on his stock holdings in Quaker Houghton Corporation.

In October 2023, R. Seshasayee was appointed as the Non-Executive Chairman of Asian Paints, succeeding Deepak Satwalekar, marking another significant leadership milestone in his career.

In 2017, R. Seshasayee was involved in a public governance dispute with Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy. He defended the board’s decisions on acquisitions and executive pay, calling Murthy’s criticism a personal vendetta.

R. Seshasayee is associated with Seshasayee Paper & Boards Ltd, a paper manufacturing company listed on the NSE under the ticker SESHAPAPER. As of March 2025, its share price was ₹270.20, with a market cap of ₹1,681 crore.

In March 2025, Seshasayee Paper & Boards Ltd announced the passing of its Managing Director and CEO, Sri K.S. Kasi Viswanathan, a development expected to impact the company’s leadership and operational direction.