KAMLESH KUMAR
Summary
Dynamic Senior Executive with over 35 years' leadership experience across Defense, PSU, and corporate sectors, now focused on delivering operational excellence, compliance, and sustainable innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. Proven track record of transforming underperforming organizations, driving profitability, streamlining operations, and leading strategic projects in highly regulated environments. Skilled at building high-performance teams, forging healthcare partnerships, and enabling sustainable business growth.
Results-driven leader prepared for high-level responsibilities. Recognized for impactful decision-making and steering organizations toward sustainable growth. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs. Key skills include strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chairperson & Managing Director
Hindustan Salts Limited and Sambhar Salts Limited
08.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded the historic turnaround of two Sick PSUs into profitable, high-growth enterprises within 8 months, achieving over 30% CAGR in both turnover and profits over four fiscal years.
- Paved the path for Mini-Ratna recognition (effective April 2023) — a transformation regarded as one of the fastest in Indian PSU history.
- Successfully repaid all government loans, eliminating company liabilities and strengthening financial resilience.
- Implemented the 6th Pay Commission for employees in FY 2022 from company profits; initiated 7th Pay Commission FY 2023.
- Championed a 1GW Greenfield Solar Project worth INR 5,000 Crores (PPP mode) with Re-New Energy India Ltd at Little Rann of Kutch.
- Negotiated strategic global partnerships (MoUs with EK Salts, AIIMS Delhi, All-India Institute of Ayurveda) for product expansion and innovation.
- Launched sustainable development initiatives: established a Centre of Excellence for Seaweed and Algae Farming at Sambhar Lake, supporting India's Vision 2047 goals.
- Working on launch of World's First Agri-PV Project of 4GW - a CPPP at Sambhar, Rajasthan in partnership with FAO (UN) and a French Firm with an estimated project cost of $3 Billion.
- Working on launching liquid Salt, alkalized blue water and low sodium salt (USFDA approved patent).
- Cultivated a performance-driven culture with enhanced marketing, operations, and HR practices ensuring sustained profitability and organizational stability.
Commodore (Retired)
Indian Navy
01.1989 - 01.2020
- Served for 31 years in critical leadership roles, including Commanding Officer of Warships, Naval Bases, and Training Institutions.
- Led Human Resource Management, Operations Planning, Combat Readiness, Infrastructure Development, and Strategic Projects across India's coastal states and island territories.
- Managed multi-billion INR projects with budgetary responsibility exceeding INR 500 Crores annually.
- Headed the successful planning, procurement, and implementation of advanced training simulators (Damage Control & Fire Fighting Simulators), elevating Indian Navy's operational standards.
- Drove modernization, operational excellence, and technological innovation across multiple naval facilities and Commands.
- Mentored over 10,000 personnel across commands, fostering leadership pipelines and enhancing force effectiveness.
Education
M.Phil. - Strategic studies
Mumbai University
01.2013
Masters - Science (Defense Studies)
Mumbai University
01.2012
Masters - Nautical Studies
Madras University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu01.2006
Bachelor of Science - undefined
National Defence Academy (Jawaharlal Nehru University)
01.1989
Skills
- Business: Risk Management, Turnaround Management, Business Expansion, Human Capital Management, Organizational Management, Networking in various Govt and Private Sectors, Inspirational & Motivational Management, Change Management, Team Building, Strategic Business Vision, Ethics and Emotional Quotient Enhancement & Management, ESR & SDG Driven Vision Management
- Collaborative decision-making
Certification
- Ship's Combat Divers Course, Diving School, Kochi (1992)
- Diploma in Mandarin, JNU Delhi (1989)
EXTRA-CURRICULARS
Preceptor cum trainer for Heartfulness Meditation – Raj Yog based Sahaj Marg Meditation. Yoga Instructor, practicing for the last 35 years. Marathon runner – have run more than fifty marathons. National Level Water sports enthusiast in Enterprise Class Sailing, Wind surfing and Water Skiing. A trained Diver has been undertaking free sea-dives till 120 Feet depth both Combat and SCUBA since 1992. A fitness enthusiast who loves Running, Sea-swimming, Deep Sea diving, Water sports, long walks, Western Dancing, Yoga and Meditation.
Timeline
Chairperson & Managing Director
Hindustan Salts Limited and Sambhar Salts Limited
08.2020 - Current
Commodore (Retired)
Indian Navy
01.1989 - 01.2020
Masters - Science (Defense Studies)
Mumbai University
Masters - Nautical Studies
Madras University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
National Defence Academy (Jawaharlal Nehru University)
M.Phil. - Strategic studies
Mumbai University
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