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Ajay Sardana Appointed Chairman of ICC National Expert Committee for 2026

• By  Textile Excellence
• November 25, 2025

The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has officially nominated Ajay Sardana as the Chairman of its National Expert Committee on Petroleum, Petrochemicals & Chemicals for the 2026 tenure. Mr. Sardana currently drives strategic operations as the President and Head of Corporate Affairs at Nayara Energy Limited. This nomination underscores his enduring commitment to the sector and marks his fifth consecutive year serving in a Chairman or Co-Chairman capacity within the ICC framework.

The appointment arrives at a critical juncture for the Indian energy landscape. Domestic demand for petrochemicals continues to surge, with market analysts projecting the sector to touch a valuation of US$ 300 billion by 2025. Mr. Sardana will spearhead policy advocacy and sector development to sustain this momentum. His role involves navigating complex regulatory frameworks and fostering deep collaboration among industry stakeholders to support India's ambition of becoming a global chemical manufacturing hub.

Nayara Energy remains a pivotal force in this ecosystem, operating India's second-largest single-site refinery at Vadinar. The company is currently executing a significant petrochemical expansion, including the development of a 450 KTPA Polypropylene plant. Mr. Sardana's dual leadership role bridges the gap between corporate execution and national policy formulation, aiming to enhance India's self-reliance in petrochemical intermediates.

Mr. Sardana will spearhead policy advocacy and sector development to sustain this momentum. His role involves navigating complex regulatory frameworks and fostering deep collaboration among industry stakeholders to support India's ambition of becoming a global chemical manufacturing hub.