OUR HISTORY
Kesoram was founded in 1919 under the name of Kesoram Cotton Mills Ltd. From its humble beginnings as a cotton textile mill in Calcutta, Kesoram expanded into the production of rayon. Its first rayon plant was built in 1959, with a production capacity of 4,635 metric tons of rayon yarn per year.
The spirit of entrepreneurship did not end there. Kesoram soon entered the tyres and cement industries. A change of name was needed to reflect the company’s increasing portfolio of businesses. So in 1986, it changed its name to Kesoram Industries Limited.
Since then, Kesoram’s operations have grown from strength to strength. Its reputation is recognised today by its listings on four global stock exchanges – National Stock Exchange of India, Bombay Stock Exchange, Calcutta Stock Exchange Association, and the Societe de la Bourse de Luxembourg.
Growth
The First Plant for manufacturing of rayon yarn was established at Tribeni, District Hooghly, West Bengal and the same was commissioned in December, 1959 and the second plant was commissioned in the year 1962 enabling it to manufacture 4,635 metric tons per annum (mtpa) of rayon yarn.This Unit has 6,500 metric tons per annum (mtpa) capacity as on 31.3.2008.
The plant for manufacturing of transparent paper was also set up at the same location at Tribeni, District Hooghly, West Bengal, in June, 1961. It has the annual capacity to manufacture 3,600 metric tons per annum (mtpa) of transparent paper.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Gautam Agarwalla
Managing Director (DIN: 00413204)
Mr. Gautam Agarwalla is a distinguished graduate in Finance, Marketing, and Economics from the renowned Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania, U.S.A. With a strong academic foundation and industry experience. He has been associated with the warehousing business since 1996 and has taken on the overall management of the company, leading its expansion and ensuring it remains a trusted name in the industry. Mr. Agarwalla combines strategic vision with operational expertise to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional value to clients.
Mr. Amit Agarwalla
Non-Executive Non-Independent Director (DIN: 00413345)
Mr. Amit Agarwalla is an accomplished finance professional with an MBA from Manchester Business School, U.K., specializing in finance. With a strong academic background and sharp financial acumen, he brings over 16 years of experience in finance and corporate operations. His expertise in financial planning and analysis has been instrumental in driving key strategic decisions that strengthen financial health and operational efficiency. He is presently serving as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Frontier Warehousing Limited, overseeing the Company’s financial and business operations.
Mr. Rishi Bajoria
Non - Executive Independent Director (DIN: 00501157)
Mr. Rishi Bajora is an alumnus of St. Xavier's College, Calcutta, and holds a Diploma in Capital Planning & Marketing from Babson College, U.S.A. He brings over two decades of diverse business experience in jute manufacturing, garment manufacturing, and real estate since 1996. He has also established a strong presence in the food and beverage sector as the Master Franchisee for global brands such as Subway, Chili's, Cinnabon, Auntie Anne's, Royal China, and Yogenfruz. His entrepreneurial reach further extends through directorships in Mukund Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., Mukund International Pvt. Ltd., Trimex Foods Pvt. Ltd., Wires & Fabriks (SA) Ltd., IPCMEA UK (Subway), and Tanushree Properties Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Aninda Chatterjee
Non - Executive Independent Director (DIN: DIN: 01760865)
Mr. Aninda Chatterjee is a seasoned business leader with over 37 years of experience in business turnaround, financial restructuring, and corporate governance. A Certified Independent Director, CA, ICWA, and XLRI alumnus, he previously served as VP (Finance) & CFO at Mjunction Services Limited (a Tata Steel-SAIL JV) and as MD & ED at WBEIDC, along with key leadership roles at Nokia Siemens Networks, Tata Steel, and A.Treds Limited. He has a strong track record of driving business turnarounds, doubling income and profits, and influencing favorable policy reforms with the Ministry of Finance and GST Council for the e-auction industry, alongside active involvement in leading industry bodies like the Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industry and CII.
Mr. Himanshu Ranjan
Non - Executive Independent Director (DIN: 10950872)
Mr. Himanshu Ranjan is an Executive Director with over 37 years of experience at Indian Oil Corporation Limited, specializing in quality control, energy management, marine fuels, and institutional business. A B.E. Mechanical Engineering graduate from BIT Sindri with certifications from the University of Oxford, he has led key national projects, including fuel supply for INS Vikrant and pioneering IMO-compliant marine bunkering in India. He currently serves as a Board Member for NABL Quality Council of India and Nominee Director for Indian Oil Skytanking Ltd, while driving multi-billion-dollar B2B revenues and shaping national fuel compliance policies.
Mrs. Charu Rajgharia
Non - Executive Independent Director (DIN: 05329700)
Mrs. Charu Rajghria is an alumna of Hindu College, Delhi, and holds a Diploma in Interior Design from Jenson & Nicholson. She is an eminent project designer based in Kolkata, operating under the brand Design Definitions, where she serves as senior partner and is solely responsible for the firm's successful operations. Over the course of her career, she has successfully executed a wide range of corporate and domestic projects spanning over 2 million sq. ft.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Gautam Agarwalla, Managing Director
Samir Kumar Ray, Chief Financial Officer
Nikita Rateria, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Contact Details:
East India House, Suite No. 3F, 3rd floor,
20B Abdul Hamid Street, Kolkata 700069, India
Phone +91 33 22421618
CODE OF CONDUCT
At Kesoram, sound corporate governance is important in keeping the trust of investors and other stakeholders. That is why the management has set up a Code of Conduct to reach its goal of performance with honesty, integrity and accountability. The Code of Conduct is approved by the Board and subsequent amendments of it will be updated here.
Code of Conduct
Awards/Accolades
For nearly a century, Kesoram has been committed in the pursuit of excellence in not just the products it makes, but also in its processes and services. The company is proud to receive these awards for its achievements.
YEAR 2010
Award for "Excellence in workers' welfare" from the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce, Andhra Pradesh.
YEAR 2008
Award for "Excellence in rural development" from the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce, Andhra Pradesh.
YEAR 2007
Award for "Excellence in industrial productivity" from the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce, Andhra Pradesh. "Best Management Award" in 2007 from the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
YEAR 2006
"Best workers' welfare activity award" from the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce, Andhra Pradesh. Award for "Best Improvement in Thermal Energy Performance" and "Second best in environmental excellence in limestone mines" from the National Council for Cement and Building Materials. "Global Cement Award" from the Global Cement and Lime Magazine, London.
YEAR 2000
Award for "Recognition of outstanding achievement in the Modernization of Technique/Approaches of Plant Maintenance" from Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance.