Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, April 2026 — Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has announced that Shri Sanjay Khanna has taken charge as Chairman and Managing Director, bringing to the helm a leader with deep experience and strong operational insight in the energy sector. His appointment marks an important leadership development for the company at a time when the energy landscape is undergoing rapid transformation and volatility.
With over three decades at BPCL, Shri Sanjay Khanna is widely recognised for his expertise in complex refinery processes and downstream operations. He has built a strong reputation for navigating operational challenges with precision, combining robust technical acumen with a practical understanding of large-scale refining and marketing operations. His long-standing association with the organization reflects both deep institutional knowledge and a sustained commitment to operational excellence.
Before taking charge as Chairman and Managing Director, Shri Sanjay Khanna served as Director at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, a position he had held since February 2022. Prior to this, he was associated with BPCL Kochi Refinery as Executive Director, further strengthening his profile as a seasoned leader with significant experience across refining and core business operations.
His elevation comes at a critical time for BPCL, as the company continues to pursue multifaceted growth driven by operational excellence, innovation, and sharper strategic focus. With his extensive experience and hands-on leadership style, Shri Sanjay Khanna is expected to provide both continuity and clarity of vision as the company navigates a changing energy environment and works to strengthen its standing in the sector.
About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited is a Fortune Global 500 company and the second-largest Indian oil marketing company. It is one of India’s premier integrated energy companies, engaged in crude oil refining and the marketing of petroleum products, with a significant presence in both upstream and downstream segments of the oil and gas industry. The company holds Maharatna status and has a combined refining capacity of around 35.3 MMTPA through its refineries in Mumbai, Kochi, and Bina. Its extensive distribution network includes over 20,000 Energy Stations, more than 6,200 LPG distributorships, and a wide range of aviation, lubricant, and pipeline infrastructure. BPCL is also working toward becoming a Net Zero Energy Company by 2040 in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, while continuing to invest in sustainable energy solutions and community development initiatives.
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