Green Innovation in India’s Auto Sector

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I have over 36 years of leadership experience in the automotive and engineering sectors, and I am a dynamic operations and production management specialist. Strategic planning, sourcing, supply chain, cost reduction, new product development, and quality improvement are just a few of the multifunctional areas I have effectively led. Driving end-to-end operations, creating strong QMS frameworks (ISO/QS/TS), putting TPM into practice, and attaining notable cost savings are all areas in which I specialise. Building agile, process-driven organisations that provide excellent business results and encouraging high-performing teams are two things I'm enthusiastic about.

Q2. How is the push towards SDG-driven responsible production influencing material sourcing and recycling practices in India’s automotive sector?

The automotive industry globally, including in India, faces increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices due to environmental concerns. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), are key drivers for this shift towards new materials in automotive manufacturing.

SDG 9 encourages innovation and resource efficiency, pushing the automotive sector to…