India’s Steel Demand: What’s Next?

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

Techno-Commercial Leader | Metallurgy & Steel Industry Expert | Strategic Growth & Global Business Development
A results-driven Techno-Commercial professional with over 40 years of comprehensive experience spanning Production, Quality Assurance, Marketing, Projects, and Supply Chain Management across the Flat and Long Products segment in Mild Steel and Stainless Steel. Proven track record of driving operational excellence and strategic growth in globally recognised organisations.
Key Highlights:
• Global Exposure: Extensive international experience across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the United States in business development, project execution, and market expansion.
• Leadership Role: Currently serving as President – Corporate Affairs at Fortran Steel Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, spearheading corporate strategy and leading the company’s greenfield stainless steel project for long products.
• Industry Advocacy: Championing the use of stainless steel in sectors like infrastructure, construction, and automotive, and actively engaged in upskilling the workforce in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities with a focus on fabrication and engineering applications.
• Academic Engagement: Serving as a visiting faculty at several A & B grade management institutes, bridging industry practices with academic…