Mr. Arunangshu Sarkar, an industry veteran with over 37 years of experience, joined ONGC as its first-ever Director (Strategy and Corporate Affairs) on 17 September 2024.

Two years ago, the ONGC Board underwent a reorganization, introducing a key position of Director (Strategy & Corporate Affairs). This groundbreaking role, will drive new strategies in renewables, downstream sectors, E&P space, while strengthening global and local partnerships. With a keen focus on marketing and IT innovation, this strategic shift will enhance JV management and position ONGC for sustained growth.

Mr. Arunangshu Sarkar

Prior to taking charge as Director, Mr. Sarkar was the Surface Manager of ONGC’s largest O+OEG-producing asset, Bassein & Satellite. He also had an extremely successful stint as head of Corporate Planning and Strategy at ONGC Videsh. A petroleum engineer from the IIT Dhanbad (erstwhile Indian School of Mines), Mr. Sarkar is an industry veteran with experience across the E&P value chain.