Leadership Transition Announced by Chairman Dileep Sanghani
In a significant leadership development, the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has appointed Shri K.J. Patel as its new Managing Director. The announcement was made by IFFCO Chairman Shri Dileep Sanghani, who expressed strong confidence in Patel’s ability to lead the organization into a new era of innovation and growth.
K.J. Patel Brings Over Three Decades of Industry Expertise
Shri K.J. Patel, who previously served as Director (Technical) at IFFCO, is a seasoned professional with over 32 years of experience in the fertilizer industry. A Mechanical Engineering graduate from Saurashtra University, he has specialized in the maintenance of both Nitrogenous and Phosphatic fertilizer plants.
Patel is widely recognized for his contributions to operational efficiency and sustainable growth. Notably, he has led IFFCO’s Paradeep Plant—the largest complex fertilizer facility in India—further solidifying his reputation as a capable and visionary leader.
Chairman Welcomes Strategic Leadership for Future Growth
Welcoming Patel to his new role, Chairman Sanghani stated, “Shri K.J. Patel brings deep industry knowledge and a strategic mindset that aligns perfectly with IFFCO’s vision. The Board is confident that under his leadership, IFFCO will scale new heights of innovation, value creation, and service to India’s farmers and cooperatives.”
Acknowledgment of Outgoing MD Dr. U.S. Awasthi’s Contributions
Chairman Sanghani also extended heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing Managing Director, Dr. U.S. Awasthi, for his decades-long commitment and remarkable contribution to IFFCO and the farming community. Dr. Awasthi’s tenure was marked by transformational growth and global recognition for IFFCO’s cooperative model.
IFFCO’s Global Recognition as a Leading Cooperative
IFFCO continues to stand tall on the global stage, ranked as the World’s No.1 Cooperative in terms of contribution to GDP, as per the World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) report. This ranking was published by EURICSE and the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA), underscoring IFFCO’s impactful role in agricultural development and cooperative empowerment.
With a new Managing Director at the helm, IFFCO aims to further strengthen its foundation while advancing its mission to support the welfare of farmers and cooperatives across India.