Hindustan Zinc appoints Amarendu Prakash as CEO-Designate

Hindustan Zinc has appointed Mr. Amarendu Prakash as its Chief Executive Officer-Designate effective June 19, 2026. The appointment, approved by the Board of Directors on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, brings in a leader with over three decades of experience in the steel industry to drive the company's strategic agenda.

Leadership Profile

Mr. Amarendu Prakash is a distinguished leader with extensive experience spanning operations, project execution, technology, and strategic management. He served as the former Chairman & Managing Director of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), where he spearheaded the company's transformation agenda, focusing on capacity expansion, operational excellence, digitalization, and sustainability initiatives.

Professional Background

Prior to his tenure as Chairman & Managing Director, Mr. Prakash held several key leadership positions within SAIL. He served as Director (In-Charge) of the Burnpur and Bokaro Steel Plants. A Metallurgical Engineer from BIT Sindri, he joined SAIL in 1991 and has been instrumental in shaping the organization's growth and competitiveness.

The following table outlines the key details of Mr. Prakash's appointment:

Parameter	Details
Appointee	Mr. Amarendu Prakash
Designation	Chief Executive Officer-Designate
Company	Hindustan Zinc
Effective Date	June 19, 2026
Previous Role	Former Chairman & Managing Director, SAIL

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-1.38%	+3.40%	-11.46%	-4.83%	+24.46%	+71.34%

Hindustan Zinc Limited has partnered with Sulfozyme Agro India Pvt. Ltd. under its Zinc Industrial Park initiative to advance sustainable metal recovery and strengthen the downstream zinc sector. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on June 10, 2026, aims to promote eco-friendly metal recovery and resource efficiency. This strategic move is designed to bolster the MSME ecosystem and foster industrial growth in Rajasthan by integrating sustainable practices into the zinc value chain.

Zinc Park Project Details

The Zinc Industrial Park is located at Khankhala in the Bhilwara district of Rajasthan. Developed in collaboration with RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation), the park serves as a dedicated downstream manufacturing hub. It offers ready-to-use infrastructure and proximity to raw material supply to attract zinc customers, processors, and MSMEs.

Parameter	Details
Company	Hindustan Zinc Limited
Partner	Sulfozyme Agro India Pvt. Ltd.
Project Location	Khankhala, Bhilwara, Rajasthan
Objective	Sustainable metal recovery and downstream value addition

Strategic Collaboration and Sustainability

Under the agreement, Sulfozyme Agro will establish operations at the park to process zinc-based materials into value-added products. Hindustan Zinc will support the venture through assured raw material linkage and long-term ecosystem support. The initiative aligns with the company's vision of building a circular economy and positioning Rajasthan as a leading manufacturing hub for zinc-based industries. The project was initially proposed at the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit in December 2024.

Speaking on the development, Mr. Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc, emphasized the company's focus on innovation and resource efficiency. He stated that the partnership reflects a commitment to strengthening the circular economy and enabling downstream value creation through the Zinc Industrial Park platform.