AWL Agri Business has announced significant leadership changes, effective November 4, 2025. Shrikant Kanhere, formerly Deputy CEO & CFO, has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO. Angshu Mallick transitions to Executive Deputy Chairman. These moves aim to leverage experienced leadership to continue the company’s growth and strategic direction. Saumin Sheth has been nominated as Executive Director, and Pankaj Goyal takes on the role of Interim CFO.
Leadership Transition
Shrikant Kanhere has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of AWL Agri Business, effective November 4, 2025. He previously held the position of Deputy CEO & CFO and has been with the company since 2013. Kanhere is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant with nearly three decades of experience across finance, accounts, taxation, risk management, and corporate governance.
Executive Appointments
Angshu Mallick, formerly MD & CEO, will now serve as the Executive Deputy Chairman of the Board. He has been with the company since its inception in 1999. Saumin Sheth, previously the Chief Operating Officer (COO), has been nominated to the Board as Executive Director. Pankaj Goyal, who was the Finance Controller, is now the Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO), also effective November 4, 2025.
Changes in Board Composition
Kuok Khoon Hong will transition from Non-Executive Vice-Chairman to Non-Executive Director, effective November 4, 2025. These appointments are subject to shareholder approval where required.
Saumin Sheth Appointed as Whole Time Director
Saumin Sheth has been appointed as a Whole Time Director designated as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a period of 3 years effective November 4, 2025, subject to shareholder approval.
Source: BSE
