Driving Global Excellence with Integrity & Vision
At Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA), we are shaping the future of industrial growth with world-class leadership, governance, and strategic foresight. Our governance model is rooted in integrity, accountability, and global best practices, ensuring that DPIA becomes a benchmark for transparent, sustainable, and future-ready economic development.
With a deep integration of international expertise, our leadership team collaborates with top-tier global consultants, industry veterans, and policy advisors—bringing together minds that have shaped economic corridors, industrial townships, and investment hubs worldwide.
Global Expertise, Local Impact
DPIA’s leadership structure is designed to combine visionary thinking with global execution excellence. We engage with leading consulting firms in the league of the Big 4, policy think tanks, economic strategists, and infrastructure specialists, ensuring that our governance framework meets international standards while being tailored to India’s industrial growth ambitions.
Board of Trustees
Guiding DPIA’s Vision with Expertise and Integrity
At Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA), our Board of Trustees plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of India’s premier industrial and economic hub. Comprising renowned leaders from diverse fields, our trustees bring global expertise, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to DPIA’s mission of sustainable industrialization, global investment facilitation, and economic transformation.
With a multi-stakeholder governance model, our Board of Trustees ensures balanced representation from industry, government, academia, and civil society. This guarantees that DPIA’s policies and growth strategies are holistic, inclusive, and aligned with international best practices.
Inviting Visionary & Globally Connected Leadership
Business Leaders & Industry Experts
The Board includes visionaries, CEOs, and chairpersons from leading industrial conglomerates, global trade organizations, and investment firms. These industry pioneers bring deep expertise in global trade, supply chain management, smart infrastructure, and industrial policy, ensuring DPIA remains an investment-friendly and globally competitive industrial hub.
- Senior executives from Fortune 500 companies & multinational industrial giants
- Infrastructure & logistics leaders with expertise in port-based industrial development
- Semiconductor, electronics, and manufacturing pioneers guiding India’s industrial roadmap
Government & Policy Leaders
DPIA is committed to working in close coordination with government bodies to create a seamless investment ecosystem. The Board features former policymakers, economic advisors, and trade representatives who have played instrumental roles in India’s industrial reforms and foreign direct investment policies.
- Former ministers & economic policy architects who have shaped India’s trade and industrial policies
- Senior bureaucrats from key government ministries & investment promotion agencies
- Advisors who have successfully developed SEZs, economic corridors, and smart industrial townships globally
Academia & Research Institutions
Innovation is at the heart of DPIA’s success. Our Board of Trustees collaborates with top academic institutions, research centers, and technology incubators to integrate cutting-edge industrial research, workforce training, and sustainable development strategies into our ecosystem.
- Leading scholars & administrators from IITs, IIMs, and global innovation hubs
- Experts in Industry 4.0, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Advisors specializing in climate-conscious industrial development & circular economy models
Civil Society & Sustainability Experts
DPIA is committed to responsible industrialization, ensuring that growth is balanced with environmental sustainability, social equity, and community well-being. Our Board includes global leaders in ESG, sustainability, and social impact investment, ensuring DPIA’s growth is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Leaders from international NGOs & sustainability-focused institutions
- Environmental policy advisors specializing in green industrial development
- Social entrepreneurs driving workforce development & inclusive business models
Managing Board
Steering DPIA’s Vision into Reality
The Managing Board serves as the strategic and operational backbone of Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA). This executive leadership team is responsible for translating DPIA’s vision into actionable strategies, ensuring seamless execution across all industrial and economic initiatives.
Chaired by the Managing Director, the Managing Board oversees DPIA’s daily operations, investment strategies, industrial development plans, and stakeholder engagement. With collective executive authority, the Board reports directly to the Board of Trustees, ensuring alignment with global best practices and national economic priorities.
Key Areas of Expertise
Industry Experts & Business Leaders
Our Managing Board brings together seasoned leaders from key industrial sectors, including automobiles, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, shipbuilding, and IT. These high-caliber professionals drive DPIA’s industrial expansion, attract global investments, and foster technological advancements.
- CEOs, COOs, and senior executives from Fortune 500 companies and leading Indian conglomerates
- Specialists in industrial policy, SEZ development, and smart industrial parks
- Leaders with deep expertise in global supply chain strategies & export market expansion
Financial & Investment Strategists
DPIA’s success hinges on robust financial planning and investment facilitation. The Managing Board includes CFOs, economists, and investment leaders who shape DPIA’s financial ecosystem, ensuring a thriving investment climate that attracts both domestic and foreign direct investment (FDI).
- Leaders from major financial institutions, including RBI, SBI, global investment banks, and private equity firms
- Strategists in FDI attraction, infrastructure financing, and industrial economic zones
- Experts in tax incentives, corporate finance, and risk management
Technology & Innovation Champions
DPIA is India’s next-generation industrial hub, built on a foundation of Industry 4.0, automation, AI, and digital transformation. Our Managing Board includes visionary leaders from global tech firms, deep-tech startups, and R&D institutions, ensuring that DPIA remains at the forefront of technological innovation and industrial digitization.
- CTOs, CIOs, and AI-driven automation specialists
- Experts in IoT, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud-based industrial solutions
- Leaders from India’s top IT firms, semiconductor companies, and digital transformation hubs
Government & Policy Advisors
Ensuring that DPIA’s industrial growth is seamlessly integrated with India’s national economic objectives, the Managing Board collaborates with senior government officials, policymakers, and regulatory authorities. These leaders ensure that DPIA’s policies align with national priorities such as Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and Export-Led Industrial Growth.
- Senior representatives from central & state economic ministries and investment promotion agencies
- Policymakers specializing in trade facilitation, ease of doing business, and industrial policy
- Experts in regulatory frameworks, environmental compliance, and trade agreements
A Leadership Team Committed to DPIA’s Success
- Accelerating Industrial Growth – Creating cutting-edge infrastructure and attracting industry leaders
- Driving Investment & Trade – Establishing DPIA as a global magnet for business expansion
- Fostering Innovation & Sustainability – Developing a smart, sustainable, and tech-driven industrial ecosystem
- Enhancing Global Competitiveness – Positioning DPIA as a key player in international trade and commerce
Executive Committee
Delivering Operational Excellence at DPIA
At Dighi Port Industrial Area (DPIA), our Executive Committee is the driving force behind day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless execution, strategic oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Under the visionary leadership of the Managing Director, this committee is composed of high-caliber industry specialists, operations experts, marketing leaders, and legal advisors, all committed to making DPIA a global benchmark for industrial development and investment facilitation.
Key Areas of Expertise
Sector-Specific Specialists
Our Executive Committee includes leading industry professionals with expertise in renewable energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, digital services, shipbuilding, and logistics. These experts play a pivotal role in shaping DPIA’s sectoral strategies, ensuring that our industrial parks and clusters align with global trends and market demands.
- Industrial development strategists from Fortune 500 companies and Indian conglomerates
- Experts in supply chain resilience, export markets, and sustainable industrialization
- Leaders in Industry 4.0, automation, and future manufacturing technologies
Marketing & Communications Leaders
Building DPIA’s global brand requires cutting-edge marketing, public relations, and investor outreach strategies. The Executive Committee includes senior marketing professionals who ensure DPIA’s positioning as India’s premier industrial destination.
- Global investor relations & business promotion specialists
- Experts in economic branding & strategic PR for investment zones
- Leaders in digital marketing, thought leadership, and international trade events
Legal & Compliance Advisory
DPIA operates within a complex regulatory environment spanning international trade laws, industrial policies, and compliance frameworks. The Executive Committee includes leading legal professionals who ensure that DPIA’s operations are transparent, ethical, and fully compliant with national and global regulations.
- Specialists in SEZ, FDI, and industrial regulatory frameworks
- Experts in legal structuring, dispute resolution, and government compliance
- Advisors on international trade agreements and investment policies
Operations & Project Management Leaders
The success of DPIA depends on operational efficiency, infrastructure execution, and seamless project management. Our Executive Committee includes senior managers with extensive experience in handling large-scale industrial projects, logistics hubs, and economic zones.
- Infrastructure & industrial park development specialists
- Leaders in large-scale project execution, site management & logistics operations
- Experts in workforce planning, automation integration & process optimization
Ensuring DPIA’s Operational Excellence & Global Competitiveness
The Executive Committee at DPIA is dedicated to:
- Executing large-scale industrial development projects with precision
- Positioning DPIA as India’s most attractive investment & manufacturing hub
- Ensuring legal, regulatory, and sustainability compliance at every level
- Creating a seamless investor experience through best-in-class marketing & outreach
Through their expertise, innovation, and unwavering commitment, the Executive Committee ensures that DPIA continues to set new benchmarks in industrial development, investment facilitation, and economic excellence.
DPIA – Powering the Future, One Vision at a Time.
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