Desco Infratech appoints President Strategic Projects, re-appoints Internal Auditor
Desco Infratech Limited appointed Mr. Arun Kumar Kalyanaraman as President Strategic Projects effective June 01, 2026, bringing over 43 years of infrastructure experience. The Board also re-appointed M/s. Kanchan Agarwal & Associates as Internal Auditor for FY 2026-27. Both decisions were approved at the Board meeting on May 29, 2026.

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Desco Infratech Limited has strengthened its leadership team by appointing Mr. Arun Kumar Kalyanaraman as President Strategic Projects, designated as Senior Management Personnel (SMP), effective June 01, 2026. The Board of Directors approved the appointment at its meeting held on May 29, 2026, leveraging his extensive experience in the oil & gas and pipeline industry to drive large-scale infrastructure projects. Concurrently, the Board re-appointed M/s. Kanchan Agarwal & Associates as the Internal Auditor for the Financial Year 2026-27, following the recommendation of the Audit Committee.
Mr. Arun Kumar Kalyanaraman brings over 43 years of experience in managing EPC projects, cross-country pipelines, city gas distribution (CGD) networks, and oil & gas infrastructure. His career includes senior leadership roles such as General Manager, Resident Construction Manager, and Head – Projects with reputed organizations. He has successfully led the execution of over 1000 km of pipeline projects, including CGD networks, crude oil pipelines, and CNG stations across India and international assignments. His key achievements include delivering major projects for clients such as IOCL, GSPL, GAIL, BPCL, Gujarat Gas, Think Gas, and Shell Development Corporation.
M/s. Kanchan Agarwal & Associates has been re-appointed as the Internal Auditor for FY 2026-27. The firm is engaged in internal audit, risk assessment, internal controls, and compliance review services. The firm possesses relevant experience in conducting internal audits and is not related to any Director of the Company. The appointment was made on May 29, 2026, ensuring continuity in the company's governance framework.
The disclosures regarding these appointments were made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company confirmed that Mr. Kalyanaraman is not related to any Director of the Company. The details of the appointments are enclosed as Annexure – A and Annexure – B to the regulatory filing.
Key Appointment Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Mr. Arun Kumar Kalyanaraman |
| Designation | President Strategic Projects (Senior Management Personnel) |
| Effective Date | June 01, 2026 |
| Term | Full Time |
| Experience | Over 43 years in EPC, pipelines, and oil & gas infrastructure |
Internal Auditor Re-appointment
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Firm Name | M/s. Kanchan Agarwal & Associates |
| FRN | 142748W |
| Tenure | Financial Year 2026-27 |
| Date of Appointment | May 29, 2026 |
Historical Stock Returns for Desco Infratech
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.31% | -8.30% | -7.60% | +1.96% | -0.42% | +34.55% |
What specific large-scale infrastructure projects will Mr. Kalyanaraman prioritize upon assuming his role in June 2026?
How will the addition of this deep industry expertise impact Desco Infratech's competitive positioning in the oil and gas EPC sector?
Does the appointment signal a strategic shift towards expanding cross-country pipeline operations or city gas distribution networks?


































