“Amit Uplenchwar brings over three decades of experience in Corporate Strategy, Business Operations, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions and International Business Management across sectors including Transportation, Power, Water, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defence, and Logistics.”
The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Kalpataru Projects International Limited at its meeting held on 05th November, 2026 has on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved to elevate Amit Uplenchwar as a Joint Managing Director & CEO (designate) of the Company.
The Board also approved to appoint him as an Additional Director; Joint Managing Director & CEO (Key Managerial Personnel) of the Company effective from 01st January 2027 and his term will be for a period of 5 (five) years to commence from 01st January 2027 up to 31st December 2031 (both days inclusive), subject to the approval of the shareholders of the Company.
Mr. Uplenchwar holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Nagpur University and an MBA in Finance and Information Technology from Maastricht University. He brings over three decades of experience in Corporate Strategy, Business Operations, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions and International Business Management across sectors including Transportation, Power, Water, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defence, and Logistics. He has extensive international business exposure, encompassing global market development, cross-border transactions, strategic partnerships and business expansion across diverse geographies. Prior to joining KPIL, he was associated with Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) and has held key positions with reputed organisations, including Adani Ports and SEZ, Dodsal Engineering and Construction, Arthur Andersen and Sea King Infrastructure Limited. He brings a well-rounded expertise on business strategy, commercial operations and the financial and technical aspects of infrastructure and EPC businesses. During his tenure of over six years with KPIL, he has played a pivotal role in strategic initiatives, including the divestment of non-core subsidiaries to unlock value and strengthen the Company’s focus on its core EPC business, while also contributing significantly to expanding its international footprint and securing marquee projects from Saudi Aramco and a major gas pipeline project in the United Arab Emirates. His global perspective, industry expertise and leadership capabilities have contributed to strengthening the Company’s competitive positioning, growth and long-term value creation.
