Hindustan Zinc has appointed former Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Chairman Amarendu Prakash as its Chief Executive Officer-Designate, marking a significant leadership change for India’s largest integrated zinc producer.
The appointment took effect on June 19 and was approved by the company’s board following recommendations from its Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The move brings a seasoned industry veteran to the helm as Hindustan Zinc prepares for its next phase of growth and expansion.
Prakash brings more than three decades of experience in the metals and mining sector. Most recently, he served as Chairman and Managing Director of SAIL, where he led major initiatives focused on capacity expansion, operational excellence, digital transformation and sustainability. During his tenure, SAIL pursued large-scale modernisation projects aimed at improving competitiveness and efficiency across its operations.
A metallurgical engineer from BIT Sindri, Prakash joined SAIL in 1991 and rose through the ranks over a career spanning more than 30 years. He held several key leadership roles, including overseeing the Burnpur and Bokaro steel plants before taking charge as the company’s chairman in 2023. His leadership was widely associated with strengthening operational performance and advancing strategic growth plans.
Prakash’s experience in managing large industrial operations is expected to support Hindustan Zinc’s long-term ambitions, particularly as the company explores new growth opportunities driven by rising demand for critical minerals and metals used in infrastructure, manufacturing and clean-energy applications.
For Hindustan Zinc, the leadership transition comes at a time when the global mining industry is undergoing rapid change. With Prakash set to take charge, investors and industry stakeholders will be watching closely to see how his experience and strategic vision shape the company’s future direction and growth trajectory.
Industry observers see the appointment as a strategic move by Hindustan Zinc as it seeks to strengthen its leadership team amid evolving market dynamics. The company has been focusing on increasing production, improving sustainability practices and expanding its presence across the metals value chain.
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