IFFCO appoints KJ Patel as new managing director
Patel's journey with IFFCO started in 1985 as a graduate engineer apprentice, and over the years, he held several senior leadership positions across various units. His tenure at the IFFCO Paradip Unit in Odisha is particularly noteworthy, where he served as unit head.
Under his leadership, the unit saw significant improvements in operational efficiency, energy management, and plant modernisation, earning multiple accolades for sustainability and productivity.
Expressing his gratitude to the IFFCO board and member cooperatives, Patel acknowledged the contributions of his predecessor, US Awasthi, whose leadership was instrumental in establishing IFFCO as a global leader in the cooperative and fertiliser sectors.
"It is a privilege and a profound responsibility to follow in the footsteps of Dr. Awasthi. IFFCO has always stood for the prosperity of the nation and Indian farmers, and I am committed to carrying that legacy forward with innovation, sustainability, and cooperative strength," Patel stated upon assuming his new role.
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