Hindustan Zinc Limited Appoints Mr. Amarendu Prakash as CEO and Whole-time Director
Hindustan Zinc Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Amarendu Prakash as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Whole-time Director, effective from August 1, 2026. The decision follows a Board meeting that approved the appointment based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.Mr. Amarendu Prakash will join the company in this capacity and will serve as Key Managerial Personnel (KMP). Effective August 1, 2026, he will also hold positions within several key internal bodies, including the Sustainability & ESG Committee, the Stakeholders Relationship Committee, the Committee of Directors, and the Project Committee.
Experienced Leader Joins Hindustan Zinc Limited
The appointment recognizes Mr. Prakash's extensive experience in the steel industry. He is described as a distinguished leader possessing over three decades of expertise spanning operations, project execution, technology, and strategic management.
A Metallurgical Engineer from BIT Sindri, Mr. Prakash joined SAIL in 1991. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Chairman & Managing Director of SAIL, where he spearheaded the company’s transformation agenda, focusing on capacity expansion, operational excellence, digitalization, and sustainability initiatives. His previous roles included Director (In-Charge) of Burnpur and Bokaro Steel Plants.
Mr. Prakash is not related to any current director of Hindustan Zinc Limited.
Key Management Personnel Update
The appointment introduces Mr. Prakash into the senior management structure. The company also provided an updated list of Key Managerial Personnel (KMP), effective August 1, 2026.
The KMPs are detailed below:
| Name of KMP | Designation |
|---|---|
| Mr. Amarendu Prakash | CEO & Whole-time Director |
| Mr. Amit Gupta | Chief Financial Officer |
| Ms. Aashhima V Khanna | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
HINDZINC Stock Price Movement
Shares of Hindustan Zinc Limited are shedding ground in live trading, slipping 0.73% and currently standing at ₹527.25 as of 2:27 PM. The stock has seen robust activity so far today, with nearly 2.49 million shares transacted during the session.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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