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Shri Sanjeev Chopra joined Indian Administrative Service in the year 1990. He has experience of over 33 years in different positions in State and Central Government. He is currently Secretary, Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) Government of India, from 31st October, 2022. As Secretary (DFPD), he deal with matters relating to foodgrain...

Shri Amitabh Kant is India’s G20 Sherpa. In this capacity, he has assisted Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in steering the G20 as the G20 President through many impactful initiatives for international cooperation in diverse fields, culminating in the historic and spectacular G20 Summit in Delhi in September 2023....

Shri Anoop Kumar is the Additional Chief Secretary for the Department of Cooperation and Agricultural Marketing. Hailing from the esteemed 1990 batch of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), his career boasts decades of shaping policies and steering crucial departments. His expertise is multifaceted. He has served as Principal Secretary for Animal Husbandry,...

Shri Anup Kumar is Managing Director of Sucden India. In this role, since 2019, he and the team has been instrumental in making Sucden the merchant of choice for sugar mills, industrial users, and public distribution networks across India. Globally, Sucden, works to develop deep understanding of the crop development, impact of government policies,...

Shri Ashwini Srivastava has extensive experience in operations, logistics, supply chain management, terminal management, business development, and railway administration. He has held key leadership positions in Indian Railways. He successfully managed the transportation of oxygen tankers and essential items during the COVID pandemic ...

Shri Atul Chaturvedi is a veteran in the Agro Business of the Country. He has more than four decades of successful and varied general and strategic management experience in the field of Manufacturing, Trading and Agri Infrastructure Development. He has been associated with Adani Group since 1998 in key positions and has played a key role...

Shri Atul Mulay is the President for the Bio Energy Division at PRAJ Industries Limited, Pune, where he oversees global operations. With a distinguished career spanning since the inception of the Praj Group, Mr. Mulay brings extensive expertise in mechanical and production engineering, complemented by a postgraduate qualification in Marketing Management from Pune...

Shri Atul Singh a post graduate in International Business Administration, he began his Agri commodity trading career in 2007 from Olam India Pvt. Ltd., he has worked with major commodity trade house and producers like Noble, Cargill, Renuka, Dhampur Bio. In his current assignment with Shri Dutt India Pvt. ltd. he is managing the sugar refinery business...

Shri Bhagat Dada Patil is the founder and chairman of Garden Court Distilleries Private Limited, with over four decades of experience in the sugar industry. Building on his in-depth understanding of the sugar trade in India and overseas, he has developed Garden Court Distilleries into a leading large-volume sugar trader and exporter.

Shri Brij Mohan Agarwal is a seasoned executive with over 33 years of experience in the sugar, power, and ethanol industries. Currently serving as Vice President at K.K. Birla Group of Sugar Companies, he oversees sugar marketing operations for Avadh Sugar & Energy Ltd and Magadh Sugar & Energy Ltd. His leadership spans management roles across...

Mr. Bruno Boszczowski is Head of Sugar Research for ED&F Man. Previously, Bruno spent 3 years as Head of Americas Sugar Research in Miami, after 5 years working as a senior analyst in the Brazilian Sugar Market in São Paulo. Bruno has experience performing crop tours in several mills among Brazil, Centrals America,..

Shri C. S. Nopany, the Executive Chairman of the K K Birla Group, is a distinguished industrial leader with vast experience in the sugar, fertilizers, textiles, and cement industries. He is a qualified CA and holds an MSc in Industrial Administration from Carnegie Mellon University, USA. He is actively involved in education, serving as Chairman of Vikas Vidyalaya and Nopany Institutes, and fosters international relations as the Honorary Consul of Portugal in Kolkata.

Dr. Claudiu Covrig is Founder and Lead Agriculture Analyst of CovrigAnalytics, an independent provider of market research, analysis, forecasts, supply & demand, trade flows and policy information for the sugar and ethanol markets. Claudiu’s expertise includes market research, trade flows, forecasts, international arbitrages, futures ..

Shri Deepak Pareek is a distinguished figure in the agriculture and technology landscape, celebrated for his expertise and innovation. As the Convener of the India Grains and Pulses Council (IGPC) and the Founder of HnyB, he has been honored globally for his contributions. Recognized as a Top 10 Agropreneur by Future Agro Challenge..

Air Vice Marshal G P Sharma (retired), President (Meteorology and Climate Change) at Skymet Weather Pvt Ltd, has over four decades of experience in meteorology. He headed the Meteorology Branch of the Indian Air Force during his 37-year tenure there. Following his military service, he has served as...

Shri Gautam Shah is a founding partner at Gautam Sugar Trading Company established in 1986 in Kolhapur. Mr. Gautam began his journey in the sugar trade at the tender age of 18. Today, with over 38 years of experience, he is a seasoned expert in domestic trade, adept at sourcing for bulk consumers, and catering to corporate institutions....

Shri G K Sood is a veteran in commodities, with experience spanning Oil and Natural Gas, Steel, the Agri Industry, and trading sectors. He has previously served on the Board of Shree Renuka Sugars, Advisor to Godavari Biorefineries Ltd, and held top positions at Noble Resources India and Louis Dreyfus Commodities India...

Mr. Guilherme Nastari, Director at DATAGRO since 2006 is a seasoned expert in the agri-industrial sector, contributing to various high-profile industry boards. With a robust background in market advisory, his clientele spans sugar, ethanol, biodiesel, biogas, corn and more. He is a regular columnist and prominent speaker at...

Shri Harsh Ramraika is the Director at Siddhivinayak Data Private Limited, a distinguished firm specializing in sugar brokerage, trading, and exports. With a family legacy spanning over 40 years in the industry, Harsh brings 8 years of dedicated experience to his role. An alumnus of King’s College London with an MSc in International Management..

Shri Harshvardhan Patil is one of the dynamic leaders among the senior level political leaders of this day in Maharashtra state. He has a very impressive record as an efficient Minister with capability of handling multiple portfolios and a proven record of deep knowledge of administrative governance...

Shri Harshveer Singh Soni, a nominated member of Aista on behalf of Shri Dutt India Pvt ltd, one of the largest and most promising sugar manufacturing groups in the country today. Shri Dutt India Pvt ltd has been the largest exporter of sugar out of India in recent years and have stamped their presence in the..

Shri Karan Singh from COFCO International, with 12 years of experience in the commodities market, including approximately 7 years in the sugar industry, currently manages sugar origination and sales in the Indian Subcontinent market for COFCO International. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the sugar market dynamics are expected to provide valuable insights into market trends and strategies.

Shri Kapil Bansal, a seasoned sales and marketing professional, has been instrumental in building Uttam Sugar over the last 12 years. With a total of 14 years of work experience, he brings a wealth of expertise in new product development, marketing, brand building, customer behavior analysis, market gap analysis, and sales strategy. His skills have significantly contributed to Uttam Sugar's growth and market presence.

Shri Kapil Nema is the Assistant Executive Director of Sales for the Sugar Business at Dalmia Bharat Sugar & Industries. During his almost two decades-long career in the sugar industry, he has held pivotal roles in prominent organizations and made significant contributions...

Dr. Kunal Khemnar, IAS, currently serves as the Commissioner Of Sugar for Maharashtra, appointed by the state government following his role as Additional Commissioner of Pune Municipal Corporation. Prior to this, he held significant leadership positions including Managing Director of the Haffkine Institute and...

Shri Lalit Dhanraj Kella Chairman of Dhanraj Sugars Pvt. Ltd., has extensive experience in the sugar industry, focusing on sugar trading and manufacturing specialty sugars. He has played a pivotal role in the company's development and diversification into various sugar products..

Ms. Manisha Gupta, an MBA with a Diploma in International Trade Finance, is the Commodities Editor at CNBC-TV18. With expertise spanning from Crude oil to Corn, she’s renowned for her insightful coverage and policy analysis. Winner of prestigious awards, she leads commodity discussions across CNBC channels and strengthens video coverage on Moneycontrol.com.

Shri Mrituenjay Kumar Jha, the esteemed commodity editor of Zee Business, commands a remarkable 16-year tenure with the network, complemented by a noteworthy stint at CNBC Awaaz. With an extensive 18-year immersion in the commodity market, Mr. Jha’s expertise stands unrivaled. ..

Shri Mukul Sharma, President of Dhampur Bio Organics Ltd. and a key member of the senior leadership team. He has been with the company since 1993 and is responsible for key decision-making within the group. With over three decades of rich experience in trading and both international and domestic markets for sugar, ethanol, chemicals, ENA, portable liquor, and other allied products of the company, he brings invaluable expertise to his role.

Dr. Murugesh R. Nirani, born in 1965 in Basava Hanchinal, Karnatak , is a distinguished industrialist, politician, and social worker. Raised in a humble farming family, he holds a Civil Engineering degree and a Diploma in Business Management. Beginning his career in agriculture, he later founded the MRN Group in 1996..

Shri Nilesh Shah is Group President & Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co. Ltd. He has over 30 years of experience in capital markets having worked in ICICI Group, Axis Bank Group and Franklin Templeton. He has been part of the teams that received the..

Mr. Oliver Chapman started his career at CZ in the CZADVISE team, talking to clients ranging from hedge funds to multi national consumers, producers to refiners, about the sugar market and CZ’s view on what is affecting fundamentals. Throughout this time, he was also part of the team developing the analysis..

Shri Pankaj Kasera is a leading and prominent trader in the Indian sugar market. As the promoter of Shree Balaji Sugar and Greenleaf, a leading agro-commodity research hub, he has established a significant presence in the industry. Additionally, he is also one of the founders of ChiniMandi and serves as the..

Shri Praful Vithalani is the proprietor of a renowned Sugar Brokerage House, Jagjivan Keshavji & Co, a second-generation firm. He enjoys unique respectability across the spectrum viz, the Government of India, sugar millers, trade houses, brokers, and sugar consumers. His views are sought for his impartiality and objectivity...

Shri Prakash Naiknavare is the veteran of sugar sector having a long and fruitful association of more than 23 years with sugar sector. He is currently the Managing Director of NFCSF. India’s National Sugar Federation, an apex body represents all the 262 cooperative sugar mills & 9 state sugar federations across India...

Ms. Priti Premji Ruparel brings over 35 years of invaluable experience to Shri Dutt India Private Limited, where she has been a pivotal figure since its inception. Throughout her tenure, she has excelled in various key roles, including supply chain management, marketing, and procurement. Her expertise extends globally..

Shri Rahil Shaikh, Managing Director, MEIR Commodities India Pvt. Ltd., a freshly recognized agro commodity trading firm focusing on domestic and international markets in various commodities like Sugar, Ethanol, Molasses, Edible Oil, Organics etc., Rahil Shaikh till recently Managing Director of ED&F...

Shri Raj Paul Bhagria is the Chief Executive Officer of All India Sugar Trade Association [AISTA], New Delhi, which is an association of all stake holders in the sugar sector. A member of elite Indian Economic Service, he has served the Government of India in various senior positions dealing with economic policy matters...

Prof. Ramesh Chand is a Chairman, Board of Governors, Institute of Economic Growth, New Delhi and a Member of the National Institution for Transforming India, NITI Aayog, Government of India. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from IARI, New Delhi. Prof. Chand has served in senior roles at the National Institute of Agricultural Economics...

Shri Ravi Gupta is Executive Director of Shree Renuka Sugars Limited. He has 30 years of multi agro commodity experience in Sugar, Ethanol, Grains and Oilseeds etc. He has been working with Renuka Sugars since 2013. He is a Commerce Graduate and a Post Grade in Forest Management from Indian Institute of Forest Management...

Shri Roshan Lal Tamak heads the Sugar and Ethanol businesses at DCM Shriram Ltd as its Executive Director & CEO. He brings with him more than three decades of distinguished professional experience of leading large organizations towards strategic growth in the Indian Sugar Sector...

Shri S. M. Raza is a Commerce Graduate and MBA from AMU Aligarh. A skilled professional with rich experience of more than 30 years in the sugar industry, he has been associated with Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Limited since 2005 and currently serves as Senior Vice President. He has expertise in planning, formulating..

Shri Sandeep Kadam is Post Graduate in Agri Business Management with extensive experience in agriculture and rural economy. He started his research career in the 2010 with Noble resources (Now COFCO) covering Sugarcane, Cotton, Coffee and major field crops for India, Australia, and North Africa...

Shri Sangeet Singla is a member of Indian Defence Accounts Service (2004 batch). He was appointed Director in the Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India in September, 2020. Currently, he is holding the post of Chief Director (Sugar Veg Oil), Directorate of Sugar and Vegetable Oils...

Dr. Seema Paroha is the first woman Director of the National Sugar Institute (NSI), Kanpur, since its establishment in 1936. She holds a postgraduate degree in Biochemistry from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, and a Ph.D. from Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur.nd North Africa...

Shri Shuvdip Banerjee, Chief Digital Marketing Officer at ITC LTD, played a pivotal role in creating some of the iconic challenger brands from the house of ITC, like Bingo!, Yippee, Sunfeast Dark Fantasy, Sunfeast Mom’s Magic, B Natural, and others. Created a robust and integrated insights practice for the food and beverage business for ITC...

Dr. Shweta Saini is CEO at Arcus Policy Research Private Limited. She is an agriculture economist and has led/co-led various policy research and evaluation studies ranging from impact of various programs on farmer productivity, income and access to market, beside India’s ethanol blending programme. She has participated in multilateral discussions on issues pertaining to global trade..

Shri Siddharth Amin formally joined the family-owned Dr. Amin Controllers in the year 1983, subsequent to having spent a number of years as a trainee at the company’s various Branch offices in the country. He obtained first-hand experience in the Loading & Discharge Supervisions & Surveys of Vegetable Oils..

Shri Somnath Chatterjee has over 30 years of rich experience in handling key positions at food industry / FMCG giants like Nestle. He specializes in commodities procurement and strategic planning with focus on implementing cost reduction measures. He has vast experience in logistics, warehouse management..

Shri Thirumalachari Kannan, Senior Vice President and Head of Commercial at E.I.D. Parry (India) Ltd., is a distinguished Sugar Technologist with a Post Graduate degree in Chemistry and specialization in Sugar Technology from the prestigious National Sugar Institute, Kanpur (1989). Prior to joining the industry, he conducted extensive research at IIT-Kanpur for three years..

Shri Vamsi Nanduri is a senior trader in the sugar platform at Louis Dreyfus Company Asia Pte Ltd, based in Singapore. He has been with LDC for over 13 years, handling sugar origination and sales into various countries in the Indian subcontinent. LDC is one of the largest traders of both raw sugar and white sugar, and has also been one of the largest exporters of sugar from India in recent campaigns. Vamsi is an alumnus of IIFT Delhi.

Shri Vijay Paul Sharma, Chairman of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, currently on deputation from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. He has held significant roles including Chairman of the Centre for Management in Agriculture and Chairman..

Shri Vinamra Agarwal, is responsible for the Sugar Sales for the Group, into multiple categories for Bulk Sugar, Institutional Business, Pharma Sugar, Consumer Pack Dhampure, Private Label & HoReCa.

Shri Vishal Nirani, Director at Nirani Sugars, is a leading innovator in the agro-industrial sector. He has enhanced operational efficiencies and optimized frameworks, driving production efficiency and integrating robust commercial strategies. His initiatives have significantly advanced the company’s productivity...

Shri Yogesh Patil, Executive Director and CFO at Athani Sugars Limited (ASL), with over 15 years of experience. He holds a BE in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from the UK. He oversees various operations including purchase, sales, HR, manufacturing, finance, and accounts. ASL, a family-owned business..

Mr. Benjamin, a Senior Sugar Trader at Czarnikow, spearheads the VIVE Sustainable Supply Programme in Asia. With 11 years at the company, he’s traded raw sugar, worked in sub-Saharan Africa, and now trades refined sugar in Singapore. Armed with a BSc Hon Degree in Agricultural Business Management, he’s dedicated 7 years to developing sustainable sugar supply chains across Asia, collaborating with global stakeholders.

Ms. Bhavna, Ph.D. in Nutrition from D.U. and INMAS (DRDO), heads Nutrition Science at ITC’s Foods Division. She leads CSR & Sustainability, executes product innovation, supports regulatory policies, and serves on national & international committees for Poshan 2.0 commitments aligned with UNSDG 2030.

Mr. Bhavesh Thakkar, a second-generation entrepreneur, manages Shri Mahalaxmi Sugars, founded by his father, Mr. Jethmal Thakkar, in 1983. Alongside Mr. Nitin Thakkar, he leads the family-owned business in Kolhapur. With over 20 years of market expertise, Mr. Bhavesh ensures the company continues its growth trajectory, building upon his father’s solid foundation.

Mr. Chris earned a BSc in Brewing and Biological Sciences from Heriot-Watt University in 1981. He began at Traquair House Ales, then worked in micro-brewing and at Hall and Woodhouse. He obtained the Institute of Brewing Master Brewer Diploma and set up breweries in Karachi. Later, he joined William Grant & Sons before moving to America with Alltech and Lallemand Ethanol Technology.

Dr. Claudiu Covrig, Founder & Lead Agriculture Analyst at CovrigAnalytics, specializes in sugar and ethanol market analysis, trade dynamics, and policy insights. With 18+ years’ experience in research, trading, and academia, he’s been pivotal at S&P Global Platts, Kingsman, and Sucden. His expertise spans market research, futures trading, and renewable energy systems.

Mr. Falgun Bhatt is a sales and marketing professional with over 14 yrs of experience, 13 yrs of it in the brand and category management function of Food FMCGs within and outside India. Passionate about the branding of agro commodities – the Scale, the Challenge and the Indian Market.

Mr. G K Sood, a seasoned figure in commodities, has navigated various sectors including Oil, Steel, and Agri Industry. Presently advising Godavari Biorefineries and serving on boards like K N Agri Resources and MEIR Commodities. Previously, he chaired Noble Resources India’s Agri division and led Louis Dreyfus Commodities India. With expertise in policy formulation and industrial development.

Mr. Gurdev Gill has led Marex’s global sugar franchise for a decade, shaping it into a premier clearing and executing brokerage. With Robin Shaw, he’s developed comprehensive research products. Gurdev, also active in grains markets, previously worked at European Credit Management. He holds a BSc in Management Science from the University of Manchester.

Mr Jaiprakash Dandegaonkar, former Cooperation Minister of Maharashtra, now chairs various organizations including National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Ltd. Actively involved in rural upliftment through education, sports, and agriculture. Adept in English, Hindi, and Marathi, with a Master’s degree (Gold Medalist).

Mr. Shri Jitender Juyal serves as Joint Director at the Directorate of Sugar & Vegetable Oils, Department of Food & Public Distribution, Govt. of India. With 8 years of experience in sugar policy and ethanol sector implementation, he holds a B.Sc. (General) from Delhi University and completed a Post Graduate Executive Program in Financial Markets from the National Institute of Financial Management, Faridabad.

Ms. Kona Haque, Group Head of Research at ED&F Man since 2014, previously led agriculture research at Macquarie Bank and worked as a Senior Commodities Editor at the Economist Group. With experience in base metals, grains, and shipping consultancy, she holds an MSc in Economics from LSE and a BSc in Agricultural Economics from Reading University.

Mr. Manoj Balgi is Vice President, Procurement at Britannia and has been with the company since 2009. He is responsible for managing procurement of raw materials, packing materials, capex and projects. Manoj holds a B.E. (Mechanical) from Pune University and a PG in Industrial Management from National Institute of Industrial Engineering.

Mr. Naresh Dhanraj Kella, a Chartered Accountant, serves as Director at State Trading Corporation of India Limited. With 11+ years of expertise in Finance, Audit, and Corporate Laws, he’s a dynamic leader involved in various social, political, and cooperative endeavors. He’s also the youngest Director at Rajkot Nagarik Sahakari Bank Ltd. and actively contributes to the BJP Intellectual Cell and Zalawad Business Forum.

Mr. Niket Doshi representing the third generation of Rameshchandra Bhikhalal & Co., continue to elevate the family-owned agro commodity powerhouse established in 1952. With a strong focus on sugar and jaggery trading, the company thrives domestically and internationally, leveraging extensive market expertise and a stellar reputation for growth in the competitive landscape.

Mr Nilesh Shah, Group President & MD at Kotak Mahindra Asset Management, brings over 30 years of capital markets expertise from ICICI, Axis Bank, and Franklin Templeton. He’s been instrumental in award-winning teams at Franklin, ICICI Prudential, and Kotak Mutual Fund. Nilesh serves on AMFI’s board, SEBI’s CoBoSAC committee, and as a part-time member of the PM’s Economic Advisory Council.

Mr. Peter joined Wilmar in Singapore in 2018 when Wilmar acquired Bunge’s sugar trading business. Before this Peter had been at Bunge for 10 years both having had a range of responsibilities from Futures trading to research and finally heading the Asian sugar business. Peter started his career in sugar at Tate & Lyle in London in 2006.

Mr. Prakash Naiknavare, a seasoned figure in the sugar sector for over 23 years, is currently the MD of NFCSF, representing 258 cooperative sugar mills in India. He oversees member mills, provides technical consultancy, and influences national sugar policies. With a background in Agriculture and extensive global experience, he’s been pivotal in shaping India’s sugar industry.

Mr Raj Paul Bhagria, CEO of AISTA, served in senior roles in the Indian government, specializing in sugar and sugarcane economics. With a background in Indian Economic Service, he advised on pricing policies at CACP. His tenure includes Chief Director, Sugar. Bhagria, a Punjab University Economics graduate with an M.Phil from Glasgow University and a law degree from Delhi University, retired in 2012.

Mr. Rahil Shaikh, MD of MEIR Commodities India Pvt. Ltd., a new agro trading firm, focuses on domestic and global markets in Sugar, Ethanol, Molasses, Edible Oil, Organics, etc. Formerly MD of ED&F Man India, Rahil boasts 25 years’ experience in the Indian sugar industry. He’s revered for expertise, serving as VP of AISTA and as an expert speaker on agri commodities.

Mr Ravi Gupta, Executive Director at Shree Renuka Sugars Ltd., boasts 30 years’ experience across diverse agro commodities like Sugar, Ethanol, and Grains. A Commerce Graduate with a Post Grad in Forest Management, he initiated his career with TRIFED, later holding key roles at Noble (now COFCO), Louis Dreyfus, and others. Gupta’s passion lies in India’s sugar and ethanol industry, notably influencing the Ethanol Blending Policy.

Mr. Roshan Lal Tamak leads Sugar and Ethanol businesses at DCM Shriram Ltd as Executive Director & CEO. With over 30 years in Indian Sugar Sector, he excels in green/brown field projects, acquisitions, and company turnarounds. He prioritizes sustainability, enhancing farmer incomes, and fostering partnerships for agricultural productivity. A seasoned speaker and learner from global practices.

Mr. Sanchayan, Partner at Aavishkaar Capital, oversees their South/South-east Asia impact fund, focusing on climate initiatives and nature-based investments. With 25+ years in fund management and investment banking across Asia/Middle East, he previously worked at Standard Chartered Bank and Bank of America. He holds a Post Grad Diploma from IIM Bangalore and a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur.

Mr. Santosh, MD at Intellecap, heads the Climate and Agri Solution practice, aiding clean energy entrepreneurs with expertise, connections, and funding. With 15+ years’ experience in BoP market development, focusing on energy access, climate-resilient agriculture, and finance, he previously worked at the World Bank and GIZ. A Math graduate with a postgrad from Indian Institute of Forest Management

Mr. Sanjay Khatal, a seasoned management professional with 40+ years in Agri-inputs and Processed Foods. With a B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering, he’s held key roles in Private, Co-operative, and Public sectors. Currently MD of Maharashtra State Cooperative Sugar Factories Federation Ltd., he’s also Director General of Cogeneration Association of India.

Mr. Sangeet Singla, an Indian Defence Accounts Service member since 2004, became Director in the Dept. of Food and Public Distribution, GOI, in Sep 2020. Currently Chief Director (Sugar Veg Oil) at Directorate of Sugar and Vegetable Oils. Holds an MBA from Kurukshetra University, with prior roles in finance and accounts across Indian Army, Armed Forces, and DRDO.

Mr. Shekhar Gaikwad, an Indian Administrative Service Officer, brings 25 years of revenue expertise, serving as Joint Secretary in Maharashtra’s Chief Minister’s Office. As District Collector in Sangli, he’s lauded for innovative approaches, teaches at Yashada, Pune, and other institutes, simplifies land laws through books and articles. Gaikwad’s One Time Home Delivery scheme earned him Rajiv Gandhi Administrative Award in 2008

Mr. Siddharth Amin joined Dr. Amin Controllers in 1983 after training at various branches. He gained expertise in supervising loading & discharge of various commodities. With colleagues, he expanded services to include QA, collateral management, assaying, and food testing. He also established AgriMin Control International in Geneva in 2018, inspecting commodities globally.

Mr. Somnath Chatterjee, with 30+ years at FMCG giants like Nestle, excels in commodities procurement, strategic planning, and cost reduction. Specializing in logistics, warehouse, distribution, transportation, and production planning, he holds a post-graduation in humanities, specializing in tea and coffee tasting. He’s undergone management courses on procurement psychology, price risk mitigation, and process management.

Mr. Sudhanshu Pandey, an IAS officer since 1987, boasts 33+ years of diverse senior roles in state, central government, and Indian Embassy Germany. Currently, he serves as Secretary, Food & Public Distribution, after a stint as Additional Secretary in Commerce overseeing trade policy, WTO negotiations, and export promotion.

Mr. Vinamra Agarwal, as Head of Sugar Sales at Dhampur Bio Organics Ltd, is integral to the senior management team. With 5 years of tenure, he transitioned from managing Ethyl Acetate sales to leading the entire sugar sales division. Under his guidance, the company has expanded into new markets and introduced innovative products, earning the prestigious Brand of Asia 2020-21 award.

Mr. XiangYu Cao is market trade analyst, for Wilmar Sugar Pte. Ltd. He joined the group in 2021, working on global sugar market fundamental research. Before joining Wilmar Sugar, he had extensive experience in Ferrous metals and sugar fundamental research & risk management in Cargill International and Louis Dreyfus, based in Singapore and Switzerland. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Singapore.

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