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Fortis Healthcare Limited has informed the Exchange regarding the appointment of Mr. Vijender Singh as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Agilus Diagnostics Limited, a subsidiary of the Company.
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Fortis Healthcare Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated July 20, 2026, titled "Agilus Diagnostics Limited(Subsidiary of the Company) Appoints Vijender Singh as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer".
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Fortis Healthcare Limited
Tower-A, Unitech Business Park, Block-F,
South City 1, Sector – 41, Gurgaon,
Haryana – 122 001 (India)
Tel : 0124 492 1033
Fax : 0124 492 1041
Emergency : 105010
Email : secretarial@fortishealthcare.com
Website : www.fortishealthcare.com
July 20, 2026
FHL/SEC/2026-27
The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. BSE Limited
Scrip Symbol: FORTIS Scrip Code:532843
Sub: Press Release regarding appointment of Mr. Vijender Singh as Managing Director & Chief
Executive Officer of Agilus Diagnostics Limited (a subsidiary of the Company).
Dear Madam/Sir,
Please find enclosed a copy of the press release being issued by the Company with respect to the
appointment of Mr. Vijender Singh, as a Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Agilus
Diagnostics Limited (a subsidiary of the Company), effective today.
The date and time of occurrence of event is July 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
This is for your information and record.
Thanking you,
Yours Sincerely,
For Fortis Healthcare Limited
Satyendra Chauhan
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
M. No. – A14783
Encl.: as above
FORTIS HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Regd. Office : Fortis Hospital, Sector 62, Phase – VIII, Mohali – 160062
Tel : 0172-4692222, Fax : 0172-5096221, CIN : L85110PB1996PLC045933
MEDIA RELEASE
Agilus Diagnostics Appoints Vijender Singh as Managing Director &
Chief Executive Officer
Gurugram, 20 July 2026: Agilus Diagnostics, one of India’s leading diagnostic service providers, today
announced the appointment of Mr. Vijender Singh as its Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO). This follows the resignation of Dr. Anand K, who has decided to pursue opportunities outside the
organisation after being associated with the company for nearly six years. The Board and management
thank Dr. Anand K for his contributions to Agilus Diagnostics and wish him success in his future
endeavours.
Mr. Vijender Singh brings with him over three decades of leadership experience across diagnostics,
healthcare, consumer healthcare and FMCG sectors. He has a proven track record of building and scaling
businesses, driving operational excellence, strengthening governance frameworks and creating high-
performing organisations.
Prior to joining Agilus Diagnostics, Mr. Singh served as Chairman and Managing Director of Diagnum
Healthcare, where he focused on strategic growth, governance and business development. He has
previously held leadership positions as Group CEO of Metropolis Healthcare, CEO of Healthians and spent
nearly a decade with Dr. Lal PathLabs, where he played a key role in building one of India’s most successful
diagnostics platforms. He has also worked with Jashvik Capital as an Operating Partner and held leadership
roles with Ranbaxy Consumer Healthcare, Bausch & Lomb and Blow Plast.
Commenting on the appointment, Dr. Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, Managing Director & Chief Executive
Officer, Fortis Healthcare Limited and Chairman, Agilus Diagnostics, said, “We are delighted to welcome
Vijender Singh as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Agilus Diagnostics. Vijender brings
extensive experience in building and scaling diagnostic businesses, driving operational excellence and
creating sustainable value across healthcare organisations. His deep understanding of the diagnostics
industry, coupled with a strong track record of business transformation and customer-centric growth,
makes him exceptionally well positioned to lead Agilus into its next phase of growth. As the diagnostics
landscape continues to evolve, we believe his leadership will further strengthen our capabilities, accelerate
innovation, enhance customer experience and reinforce Agilus’ position as one of India’s most trusted
diagnostic brands.”
On his appointment, Mr. Vijender Singh, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Agilus Diagnostics,
said, “I am excited to join Agilus Diagnostics at a time when the diagnostics industry is witnessing
significant transformation and growth. Agilus has built a strong reputation for quality, scientific excellence
and customer trust, supported by a vast network and talented team. I look forward to working closely with
the leadership team and employees to further strengthen the organisation’s market position, expand
access to high-quality diagnostics, enhance operational excellence and create long-term value for patients,
customers and all stakeholders.”
About Vijender Singh
Mr. Vijender Singh is a seasoned business leader with over 30 years of experience across diagnostics,
healthcare, consumer healthcare and FMCG sectors. He has held senior leadership positions at some of
India’s leading diagnostics organisations, including Dr. Lal PathLabs, Metropolis Healthcare and
Healthians.
At Dr. Lal PathLabs, he played a key role in building the company’s retail-focused diagnostics model,
strengthening operational excellence and contributing to its successful IPO journey. As Group CEO of
Metropolis Healthcare, he led the integration and transformation of multiple acquired businesses,
strengthened governance and operational efficiencies, and played a significant role in the company’s
successful public listing. Most recently, he served as Chairman and Managing Director of Diagnum
Healthcare, focusing on strategic growth, governance and business development.
Widely recognised for his expertise in business transformation, operational excellence, customer
experience and organisational leadership, Mr. Singh has consistently delivered profitable growth and
scalable business models across the healthcare sector.
About Fortis Healthcare Limited
Fortis Healthcare Limited is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the
company primarily comprise hospitals, diagnostics, and day care specialty facilities. Currently, the company operates 36
healthcare facilities (including JVs and O&M facilities) across 12 states and union territories. The Company’s network comprises
over 6,000 operational beds (including O&M beds) and 400 diagnostics labs.
ABOUT IHH HEALTHCARE (“IHH”)
IHH is a leading multinational healthcare provider shaping the future of care. Driven by our aspiration to Care. For Good., we unite
medical excellence and innovation, pushing boundaries through our trusted brands such as Acibadem, Gleneagles, Fortis, Island,
Mount Elizabeth, Pantai, Parkway and Prince Court. Across 10 countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Türkiye, India and Greater
China, our 70,000-strong team delivers world-class excellence every day, within and beyond our 140 healthcare facilities, including
more than 80 hospitals. Our comprehensive services span the full healthcare continuum, from primary and ambulatory to
quaternary care, complemented by diagnostics, imaging, rehabilitation, telehealth and home care. In partnership with our
stakeholders, IHH is advancing value-based care, building a sustainable healthcare ecosystem and creating meaningful impact, as
we work towards our vision to become the world’s most trusted healthcare services network. www.ihhhealthcare.com
About Agilus Diagnostics
(A subsidiary of Fortis Healthcare Ltd.)
Instituted in 1995, Agilus Diagnostics Ltd., is one of India’s largest diagnostics service providers in terms of number of laboratories
in India as of and for the financial year ended March 31, 2023 (Source: CRISIL Report). Agilus Diagnostics has a network of 410+
labs, 3700+ customer touch points, and 12000+ direct clients/pick up points spread across 1000+ cities, 25 states and five union
territories in India as of March 31, 2023. The company has recently undergone a brand transformation journey and has adopted
a new name Agilus Diagnostics. Agilus is a portmanteau of ‘Agile’ and ‘Us’ and is inspired from the Latin term ‘agilis’ which means
‘agility’. Agilus offers more than 3,000 tests and test combinations, ranging from routine tests to esoteric and genetic tests. The
company has the largest number of NABL accredited labs in the country
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