Fitness and wellness platform Curefit has expanded its board by appointing four independent directors, signaling a sharper focus on governance as it scales operations across India. The Bengaluru-based company has brought in Kalpana Morparia, Arun M. Kumar, Indu Bhushan, and Pragya Misra—a mix of leaders spanning finance, consulting, public health, and global technology policy.
The move reflects Curefit’s intent to build a more robust governance framework while navigating its next phase of growth in India’s rapidly evolving fitness and wellness market. According to founder Mukesh Bansal, the addition of seasoned independent voices will help the company strengthen oversight and strategic decision-making. CEO Naresh Krishnaswamy emphasized that the diverse expertise of the new board members will bring global perspectives across business, public systems, and technology.
Each of the new appointees brings significant domain experience. Morparia, former chairman of JPMorgan for South and Southeast Asia and a veteran of ICICI Bank, strengthens financial oversight and institutional governance. Kumar, managing partner at Celesta Capital and former chairman and CEO of KPMG India, adds deep expertise in advisory and enterprise scaling. Bhushan, the founding CEO of Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, brings a strong public health and policy lens, while Misra, who leads strategy and global affairs for India at OpenAI, contributes insights into emerging technologies and regulatory landscapes.
Founded in 2016, Curefit has grown into a major player in India’s wellness ecosystem, operating its flagship fitness brand cult across more than 60 cities. As the company continues to expand its omnichannel offerings—spanning gyms, digital fitness, and wellness services—strong governance is becoming increasingly critical, especially amid rising investor scrutiny and competitive intensity in the sector.
The board expansion also aligns with a broader trend among late-stage startups in India to institutionalize governance structures, particularly as many prepare for potential public listings or large-scale capital raises. By onboarding leaders with cross-sector experience, Curefit is positioning itself to balance rapid growth with accountability, compliance, and long-term strategic clarity.
