The Fertiliser Association of India (FAI)—the national body representing the fertiliser industry across the public, joint, and private sectors—has announced the election of Sailesh C. Mehta as its new Chairman. Mehta currently serves as Chairman and Managing Director of Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd and Mahadhan AgriTech Ltd.
An Industry Veteran with Four Decades of Leadership
Sailesh Mehta brings over forty years of experience in the fertiliser and petrochemicals sector. He previously served as Chairman of the Fertiliser Association of India (Western Region) for more than five years, where he led regional initiatives and advocated for industry best practices.
Driving Agricultural Growth and Global Competitiveness
Over the past two decades, India’s fertiliser industry has been instrumental in boosting the nation’s agricultural output. Agricultural output has increased by 60%, while horticulture production has grown by 40%. With operations benchmarked against global standards, the industry plays a key role in the efficient delivery of subsidized fertilisers to millions of farmers. It ensures food security and economic resilience.
A Vision for Sustainable and Balanced Fertilisation
Mehta highlighted the sector’s contribution to India’s transformation from a food-deficient nation to a global agricultural exporter. “India’s journey from food scarcity to global agri-exporter has been remarkable. The fertiliser industry continues to play a vital role in this journey, now with a focus on more balanced and nutrient-efficient fertilisers that support sustainable growth,” he said.
A Bridge Between Government, Industry, and Farmers
As per the press release, as FAI Chairman, Sailesh Mehta aims to strengthen collaboration across stakeholders. “I am truly privileged to serve as a bridge between the Government, Industry, and our farmers. I aim to act as a catalyst to elevate Indian farmer and farm productivity on the world map,” he added.
