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Arun Misra

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Executive Director at Vedanta Group
📍 India

Arun Misra is the Executive Director at Vedanta Group and CEO of Hindustan Zinc, with over 35 years of experience in the mining and metals industry, primarily with Tata Steel. An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and UNSW, he is recognized for his leadership and has received the "CEO of the Year" award.

Outside of his executive roles, Arun is passionate about singing, golf, and football. He is an advocate for personal well-being, emphasizing the need for at least one hour of personal time daily, which he dedicates to activities like running marathons to stay healthy and focused.

He was the first-ever Indian to be elected Chairperson of the International Zinc Association, highlighting his global influence in the sector.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Executive Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
India
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Sustainable Mining
He has led Hindustan Zinc to be globally ranked #1 for sustainability and aims to make the company CO2-free by 2035, emphasizing a strong commitment to ESG.
Digital Transformation
Champions using digital tools, AI, and data analytics to make underground mining safer, more efficient, and sustainable.
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Career

Work history

7-2023
Executive Director
Vedanta Group
8-2020
CEO and Whole Time Director
Hindustan Zinc
11-2019 - 7-2020
Dy CEO
Hindustan Zinc
11-2018 - 11-2019
Vice President Raw Material
Tata Steel
6-2014 - 11-2018
Vice President (Gopalpur Project) and MD(Tata Steel SEZ)
Tata Steel
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CEO of Vedanta Hindustan Zinc, Arun Misra. Featured in YouTube
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Education
2016 - 2017
Diploma
INSEAD
2006 - 2007
Diploma
CEDEP, INSEAD
2001 - 2002
Minig
UNSW
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