Key Details of Appointment
- Mr. Amit Deshpande appointed as General Counsel, forming part of Senior Management Personnel
- Effective date: 21st September, 2026
- Appointment approved by the Board of Directors based on recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee
- Reporting structure: Will report to the Chairman and Managing Director
Professional Profile of Mr. Amit Deshpande
- Education: Commerce graduate from Symbiosis and law graduate from ILS Law College, Pune
- Qualifications: Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ACS)
- Experience: Over 24 years of experience in Company Law, SEBI Regulations, Arbitrations, Statutory Compliances, Mergers and Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Ethics and Code of Conduct, Contract Management, FEMA and Legal Due Diligences
Previous Professional Associations
- Most recently: Partner M&A and Capital Markets at LegaLogic Consulting
- Previously: General Counsel & Company Secretary at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL), a Vedanta Group company for nearly 15 years
- Earlier career: Worked with Mahindra & Mahindra Limited and Mahindra Sona Limited (now MSL - Magna International Components (India) Private Limited)
Key Contributions and Expertise
- Played central role in strategic transformation through mergers, demergers, acquisitions, and capital-raising initiatives at STL
- Instrumental in strengthening governance architecture and enhancing board processes
- Experienced in managing enterprise risk and navigating complex regulatory and litigation landscapes
- Built strong foundation in corporate and industrial governance
Financial Impact
No financial impact quantified in the disclosure.