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Main Stage
Registration and Breakfast
Welcome Address by ET Edge
Welcome Address
Speaker:
Rampraveen Swaminathan
MD & CEO
Mahindra Logistics
Guest of Honor Address: Optimizing Supply Chain for a Sustainable and Competitive Indian Steel Industry
Speaker:
Shri Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma
Hon’ble Minister of State for
Steel and Heavy Industries
Government of India
SCM report launch along with ET Edge
Speakers :
- Shri Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma
Hon’ble Minister of State for
Steel and Heavy Industries
Government of India 
Sunita Quadros
Chief Operating Officer, Times Strategic Solutions Limited
Ajay Nair
Partner and Leader Supply Chain, PwC
Somick Goswami
Partner and Leader Transformation, PwC India
Keynote Address: From Global Tensions to Local Disruptions: Adapting Supply Chains to Geopolitical Risks
This keynote topic emphasizes the strategic importance of supply chain management across industries, highlighting its role in optimizing efficiency, diversifying the supplier base, enhancing customer satisfaction, dealing with inflation, and driving overall business performance.
Speaker:
Amarendu Prakash
Chairman and MD, SAIL
Special Address: Suez Canal a Green Canal: Roadmap of global trade route
Speaker:
Aly Assem Mahmoud Ibrahim
Managing Director of Port Said East Port –
Suez Canal Zone
The CEO Panel Discussion – Logistics Renaissance: Tech, Sustainability, Resilience Unleashed!
This discussion dives into the modern logistics renaissance fuelled by tech advancements, sustainability, and resilience. Additionally, the panel will examine strategies for building resilience in supply chains to withstand disruptions and ensure continuity in an ever-changing global landscape.
Discussion points:
- Tech Transformation: How AI, blockchain, IoT reshape logistics
- Sustainability Drive: Green transport, eco-warehousing
- Resilience Strategies: Building robust supply chains to weather disruptions
- Future Outlook: Navigating an evolving global landscape
Speakers:
Sanjiv Navangul
Managing Director & CEO, Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited- Rampraveen Swaminathan
MD & CEO
Mahindra Logistics 
Abhishek Chakraborty
CEO
DTDC Express
Ajay Chitkara
CEO & MD
Ecom Express
Kanwar Singh
CFO
Oracle India
Moderator:
- Somick Goswami
Partner and Leader Transformation
PwC India
Special Address: Transforming Supply Chains- Innovation, Sustainability and Resilience
Speaker:
Madhukar Uniyal
Head – Solution Engineering
Oracle Applications
Standalone Address: Navigating the Future: Embedded Finance and Trade automation in Supply Chains
Speaker:
Sreejith Nair
Director of Growth Strategy
Veefin Solutions Limited
Panel Discussion: Beyond Borders – Global Strategies for Sustainable Transport Solutions
Panellists will delve into global strategies for sustainable transport solutions, addressing cross-border challenges and fostering eco-friendly logistics practices
Discussion Points:
- Global Logistics Trends Impacting India’s Supply Chain
- Sustainable Initiatives on a Global Scale
- Technology Adoption in International Logistics
- Cross-Border Collaboration for Operational Excellence
- Last mile deliveries
Speakers:
Sunit Mukhejree
Head, Lubricant Supply Chain & Operation
Shell
Sunil Kumar
Director – Cloud Applications Solution Engineering
Oracle India
Abhijit Sengupta
Senior Director & Head of Business, Southeast Asia
& India
HERE Technologies
Sojwal Vora
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Manipal Hospitals
Rahul Yadav
CEO, Axestrack
Moderator:
Parthaa Bosu
Innovation and Future Strategies Expert, Domain and Functional Advisory Group
Standalone Address: Collaborative Logistics Solution
Speaker:
Jatinder Sethi
VP Channel Business
DTDC
Flash Presentation – Propelling India’s Growth Story: Infrastructure Development Beyond 2024
Logistics entails selecting the optimal mode for a specific shipment, considering variables like volume, speed, and cost. A deep understanding of each mode’s distinct attributes is essential for crafting an effective supply chain. In this segment of flash presentations by logistics experts, we’ll delve into India’s efforts to bolster its capacity and emerge as a global leader in logistics efficiency.
Gati Shakti – Integrated National Logistics Policy and Gati Shakti Synergies
Speaker:
Shri Surendra Ahirwar
Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce &
Industry
Government of India
Lunch Break
Fireside chat: Unleashing the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management
Speakers:
Satish Panchapakesan
Sr Vice-President & Chief Information
Officer
Arvind Fashions
Peeyush Kaushik
Vice President – Business Leader and Head of
Healthcare Innovation Centre
Philips
Moderator:
- Ajay Nair
Partner and Leader Supply Chain
PwC
Standalone Address
Kami Vishwanathan
President, Fedex
Case Study by Unilever: Agile and Digital Supply Chain
Speaker:
Yogesh Mishra,
Executive Director – Supply Chain, HUL & Head of Supply Chain South Asia
(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation)
Flash Presentations – Propelling India’s Growth Story: Infrastructure Development Beyond 2024
Logistics entails selecting the optimal mode for a specific shipment, considering variables like volume, speed, and cost. A deep understanding of each mode’s distinct attributes is essential for crafting an effective supply chain. In this segment of flash presentations by logistics experts, we’ll delve into India’s efforts to bolster its capacity and emerge as a global leader in logistics efficiency.
Waterways – India’s Success in Inland Waterways: Navigating Shallow Depths to Reach New Heights
Vijay Kumar
Chairman
Inland Waterways Authority of India
Fireside chat: Achieving Excellence in Last-Mile Delivery: Innovations for Seamless Urban Logistics
Explore advanced strategies and technologies to revolutionize last-mile delivery in urban areas. This session will focus on innovative logistical solutions, real-time tracking systems, and sustainable practices designed to
enhance efficiency, reduce delivery times, and elevate customer satisfaction, ensuring seamless and reliable delivery experiences in densely populated regions
Speakers:
Sourabh Pandey
CXO, Fulfillment & Experience
Meesho
Varun Gupta
Supply Chain Director
Nestle
Moderator:
- Parthaa Bosu
Innovation and Future Strategies Expert, Domain and Functional Advisory Group
Panel Discussion: Navigating Tomorrow’s Success – What Strategies Will Drive Future Growth?
Speakers:
Sriram Venkatasubramanian,
Vice President – End-to-End Supply Chain, Colgate-Palmolive
Arun Saravanakumar
Director – Supply Chain & Sustainability
L’Oréal India
(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation)
Rajasekhara Reddy Avthu
Group Head – Supply Chain Management APMEA
Apollo Tyres
(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation)
Saurabh Gupta
Sr Vice President – Head Global Supply Chain, Lupin
Nilesh Mashru
Head – Leasing and Marketing
Ascendas Firstspace
Moderator:
Bharat Bansal
Partner – Supply Chain
PwC India
Flash Presentation – Propelling India’s Growth Story: Infrastructure Development Beyond 2024
Logistics entails selecting the optimal mode for a specific shipment, considering variables like volume, speed, and cost. A deep understanding of each mode’s distinct attributes is essential for crafting an effective supply chain. In this segment of flash presentations by logistics experts, we’ll delve into India’s efforts to bolster its capacity and emerge as a global leader in logistics efficiency.
Railways – Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency with India’s New Dedicated Freight Corridors
Sh Shobhit Bhatnagar
Director, Operations and Business Development, DFCCIL
Panel Discussion: Regulatory Harmonies in Logistics: Strategies, Compliance, and Policy Impact
Explore the complexities of logistics regulations, strategies for compliance, and policy impacts through this session. Gain insights into challenges posed by diverse regulations, best practices for alignment, and maximizing efficiency. Discussions will cover technology, collaboration, and proactive engagement for sustainable growth.
Discussion Points:
- Regulatory Landscape Exploration: Understanding the dynamic and evolving logistics regulatory environment.
- Compliance Best Practices: Strategies for ensuring adherence to diverse logistics regulations.
- Policy Intervention Impact: Analyzing the influence of governmental policies on the logistics industry.
- Global vs. Local Compliance: Navigating challenges in meeting both global and local regulatory requirements.
- Proactive Policy Adaptation: Discussing approaches to anticipate and adapt to forthcoming regulatory changes
Speakers:
Somnath Das
Senior Vice President-Head Supply Chain &
Manufacturing
Jubilant FoodWorks
Dr. Venkatesan N
Director & Chief Procurement Officer, Max Healthcare Group
Abhishek Aditya
Director SCM
McCain Foods
Dr Ravi Prakash Mathur
VP Supply Chain, Dr. Reddy’s
Vikas Goyal
Head Supply Chain Management, Fortis Healthcare
Deepak Sharma
Head – Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics
Bajaj Electricals
Moderator:
Vishal Nanavati
Partner
Price Waterhouse& Co LLP
Standalone Address: Conquer supply chain complexities with Godrej Koerber
Speaker:
Abhishek Chaturvedi
Vice President
Godrej Koerber
Fireside Chat: Supply Chain Sheroes: Powering Logistics’ Bold New Era
In a dynamic era of logistics, women supply chain leaders are playing an
increasingly pivotal role, driving innovation, fostering inclusive cultures, and
shaping the future of the industry. As trailblazers in traditionally maledominated
spaces, these Sheroes offer unique perspectives and strategies,
inspiring change and overcoming challenges along the way.
Discussion Points:
- Trade policy shifts
- Climate-related disasters
- Threats like the Red Sea, Panama Canal
- Continued demand fluctuations
Speakers:
Ipsita Das
Head – Procurement
Kimberly – Clark
Pallavi Chaudhuri
Procurement Services Director, Perfetti
Anushila Guha
Head of IT – Supply Chain, India
Unilever
(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation)
Moderator:
Abhishek Ghosh
Partner, Supply Chain Transformation, PwC
Closing of the Summit
Welcome Address
Opening Remarks by – Sunita Quadros, Chief Operating Officer, Times Strategic Solutions Limited
- Sunita Quadros
Chief Operating Officer, Times Strategic Solutions Limited
Special Address: Strategic Logistics in Defence: Ensuring Preparedness and Efficiency
Speaker:
Master General Sustenance(MGS)
Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Aujla
UYSM, YSM, SM, VSM
Jurors’ Insights: Unveiling the Supply Chain Awards Selection Process & Envisioning the Future of Supply Chain
Jurors:
Amitava Baksi
Former Chief Procurement Officer, Tata Steel
Rajesh Nigam
Former Executive Director – Supply Chain
Indian Oil Corporation
Gajanand Prasad Sharma
Executive Director, Indian Railway Institute of Logistics and Materials Management
Parul Arora
Leadership & Supply Chain Coach, Former Supply Chain Head India Subcontinent, Philips
Pradeep Banerjee
Former Executive Director
Hindustan Unilever
Dhaval Buch
Senior Advisor, Blackstone and Alvarez & Marsal(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation)
Moderator:
- Ajay Nair
Partner and Leader Supply Chain
PwC India
ET Now Supply Chain Awards
Impactful Supply Chain Leaders Methodology
- Lalit Batra
SGM International Business & Sohini Ray – VP,
Business Strategy
Impactful Supply Chain Leaders
Closing Note by ET Edge
Networking Cocktail Dinner
Manufacturing &
Heavy Engineering
Setting the Tone
Fireside chat – Trade Winds and Tides: Freight Forwarders in a Shifting GeoPolitical Landscape
- The interconnected nature of global trade and how supply chains
span multiple countries. - Discuss the role of technology in transforming trade practices, such
as digitalization, blockchain, and AI - Identify challenges such as port congestion, shipping delays, and
container shortages. - Highlight the growing importance of sustainable practices and
environmental regulation - Discuss the impact of economic fluctuations, political instability,
conflicts, and uncertainty on global trade - How freight forwarders enhance supply chain resilience through
diversified routes and contingency planning - Discuss the adoption of advanced technologies by freight forwarders
to improve efficiency and transparency - Highlight the ability of freight forwarders to provide tailored solutions to meet specific client needs.
Speaker:
Madhav Thapar
Vice President – South Asia Middle East & Africa
C.H. Robinson
Moderator:
Mayank Mehrotra
Managing Director – Supply Chain Transformation
PwC India
Panel Discussion: India@100: Forging the Future of Manufacturing Supply Chains
Delve into the future of manufacturing supply chains in India, exploring key strategies, innovations, and collaborations shaping the landscape. Explore how industry leaders are navigating challenges, harnessing technology, and driving sustainable growth to propel India’s manufacturing sector forward
Discussion Points:
- Supply Chain Digitization: Embracing Industry 4.0 for enhanced visibility and operational efficiency.
- Global Supply Chain Networks: Strategies for building resilient networks to withstand global disruptions.
- Sustainability Integration: Navigating green supply chain practices for a sustainable manufacturing future.
- Strategic Collaboration: Exploring partnerships and collaborations to optimize supply chain processes.
- Innovation in Manufacturing Logistics: Leveraging technology and innovation for manufacturing excellence
Mayur Chhabra
Head Supply Chain, JK Cement
Chandrakant Salunkhe
Founder & President, SME Chamber of India, Packaging Industry Association of India- Jasmeet Singh Marwah
Vice President
Moglix 
Om Vijayvargiya
Head – SCM & Logistics, Schaeffler India
Naveen Ahlawat
Head- Power to X, Green Hydrogen, Green Steel & CCUS
Jindal Steel & Power
Kapil Saraf
Senior Director, Sales & Marketing, Indian Subcontinent
DSV Air & Sea- Nilesh Mashru
Head – Leasing and Marketing
Ascendas Firstspace
Moderator:
Vishvesh Prabhakar
Partner – Supply Chain Transformation
PwC India
Panel Discussion – Smart Manufacturing: Harnessing Technology and Innovation to Transform Supply Chains
Speakers:
Sanjay Sridhar
Head of Purchasing & SQE – APAC Region
CNH Industrial
Ashwani Bhargava
Senior Director – Supply Chain
Boeing
Rajesh Nair
AVP Business Head North, DTDC
Arjit Aggarwal
Head of Sourcing for Indirect MRO Packaging &
Emerging Business, Hero Motocorp
Moderator:
Subha Chatterjee
Consulting Editor
ET Edge
Summarizing the Conversation
FMCG, Retail &
E-com
Setting the Tone
Special Address: Quick deliveries: the next wave in India’s Last Mile supply chain
Speaker:
Soham Chokshi
Co- Founder & CEO
Shipsy
Standalone Address: Enabling cross border ecom
Speaker:
Aditya Vikram Kapoor
Head Sales, International
DTDC
Panel Discussion: From Warehouse to Doorstep: Transforming Delivery Dynamics in the Retail Landscape
This session will explore the transformation of delivery dynamics, from old-school warehousing to cutting-edge doorstep services. The panellists will discover how leading retailers are harnessing tech innovations, forging smart
logistics partnerships, and adopting bold customer-focused strategies to redefine speed and convenience. The retail sector’s shift towards e-commerce and omnichannel approaches is driving these changes, setting new standards for efficiency and customer satisfaction. This discussion will highlight the trends revolutionizing delivery and how top players are outpacing the competition in today’s dynamic market.
Discussion Points:
- Automation and Robotics: Streamlining fulfilment processes for faster deliveries.
- Collaborative Logistics Partnerships: Strengthening supply chain resilience and flexibility.
- Customer-Centric Strategies: Personalizing delivery experiences to enhance satisfaction.
- Omnichannel Integration: Seamlessly integrating online and offline retail experiences.
- Inventory Optimization: Leveraging data analytics to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Retailer-Branded Delivery Services: Offering unique and branded delivery experiences for customers
Speakers:
Anjani Jajodia
Vice President, ONDC
Jagadeesh Kunchey
Executive Vice President-Supply chain& Logistics, Engineering, ITC
Rajesh Mehta
Executive Director & CCSO
Liladhar Pasoo
Ajay Sukhwani
Head Integrated E-comm logistics
DTDC
Ankur Rastogi
Head Supply Chain- JioMart Digital
Reliance Retail
Kapil Premchandani
Managing Director & Co- Founder, KD Logistics
Moderator:
Santosh Subramaniam
Partner – Supply Chain Transformation
PwC India
Fireside Chat: Innovating and Investing in Sustainable Supply Chains: Driving Future-Ready, Greener Solutions
Discussion points:
- Emerging Technologies Reshaping the Supply Chain Landscape
- Investment Opportunities in Supply Chain Innovations
- The Importance of Sustainability Initiatives in Supply Chain Operations
- The Role of Technology in Driving Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions
Speaker:
Sachin Jain
CFO & CSO
ProcMart
Moderator:
- Subha Chatterjee
Consulting Editor
ET Edge
Closing Remarks
Cold Chains &
Warehousing
Setting the Tone
Special Address: Transforming the world of trucking logistics with AI powered optimisation
Speakers:
Sarthak Elwadhi
Director
Trucksup
Virendra Yaduvanshi
CTO, Trucksup
Fireside Chat: How to leverage smart warehousing practices by optimising IT and Sustainability
Discussion Points:
- Smart Warehousing Technologies: Leveraging IoT and advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for real-time tracking and optimized performance.
- Sustainable Warehousing Practices: Implementing eco-friendly practices to reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
- Inventory Optimization: Using data analytics to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and ensure timely delivery.
Speaker:
Rohit Gupta
Country Head – India
GXO
Moderator:
- Subha Chatterjee
Consulting Editor
ET Edge
Fireside Chat: From Source to Shelf: Revolutionizing Logistics with India’s Cold Chain and Warehousing Evolution
Delve into India’s cold chain and warehousing evolution and its transformative impact on logistics across various sectors, including food and pharmaceuticals. Explore how advancements in infrastructure, technology, and regulatory frameworks are reshaping the journey of perishable goods from source to shelf, ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability. This session will highlight the critical role of warehousing in complementing cold chain logistics, driving efficiency, and enhancing the overall supply chain.
Discussion Points:
- Temperature Control Innovations: Latest technologies ensuring consistent supply chain temperatures.
- Risk Management in Cold Chains: Strategies for mitigating temperature fluctuations.
- Human Error Reduction: Tech-driven training programs to minimize mistakes in cold chain logistics.
- Smart Warehousing Technologies: Leveraging IoT and advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for real-time tracking and optimized performance.
- Sustainable Warehousing Practices: Implementing eco-friendly practices to reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
- Inventory Optimization: Using data analytics to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and ensure timely delivery.
Speakers:
Hemakumar Nemmali
Country Head – Supply Chain Management & Central Procurement
Aster DM
Bharat Bhushan Rathi
Head Distribution and Logistics
Mankind Pharma
Moderator:
Vipin Mohan
Partner, Pharma & Lifesciences and Supply Chain Transformation
PwC India
Summarizing the Conversation
Panel Discussion: Empowering Supply Chains with AI/ML: Unlocking Efficiency and Precision
The session will explore the transformative impact of Gen AI and ML on supply chain management. As supply chains become increasingly complex, the integration of advanced AI technologies is essential for improving efficiency, precision, and adaptability.
- Generative AI for Supply Chain Simulation and Scenario Planning
- Quality Control and Assurance with AI and ML
- AI Transforming Last-Mile Logistics
- Leveraging Digital Twins for Supply Chain Visibility
- Optimizing Inventory Management with AI/ML
Speakers:
Anuj Gupta
Director Applications
Oracle
Suresh Rathi
CLO
Shree Cement
Vineet Jain
Head – Supply Chain
Havells
Ram Narayan Mohanty
President
Pidilite Industries Ltd
Rajni Gupta
Assistant Vice President & Head
Jubilant Food Works
Vipin Kumar
CIO
Uflex- Bharat Bhushan
Head of Logistics
Mankind Pharma - Pallavi Chaudhuri
Procurement Services Director, Perfetti 
Anup Shrivastava
Vice President, Luminous Power Technologies
Moderator:
- Subha Chatterjee
Consulting Editor
ET Edge
Panel Discussion: Transforming India’s Industrial Infrastructure: Vision into Action
This session explores how India’s rapid industrial development has been a key driver of economic growth, contributing significantly to the increasing size and scale of businesses across various sectors.
- Primary challenges hindering the development of industrial infrastructure in India.
- Incorporating sustainable practices & innovative solutions.
- Governmental policies and endeavours bolstering the expansion of industrial and logistics infrastructure.
- Exploration of how facilities are tailored to accommodate the requirements of contemporary enterprises.
- Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment
- Strategies to navigate and thrive in this evolving landscape
Speakers:
- Nilesh Mashru
Head – Leasing and Marketing
Ascendas-Firstspace Development Management - Rahul S Dogar
MD and Co-founder
Holisol Logistics 
Nikhil Agarwal
President
CJ Darcl Logistics- Anil Verma
Chairman
Anand Group of industries 
Ajay Gupta
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Inox Wind
Sanjay Sharma
Chief Operating Officer
Coldman Logistics
Rajesh Jha
Vice President
VVDN Technology
Sudeep Hota
Director
Mondelez India Foods- Varun Gupta
Supply Chain Director
Nestle
Moderator:
- Manish R Sharma
Partner and Sector Leader – Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics, Real Estate; Global Ports COE, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Panel Discussion: AI-Driven Logistics: Transforming Supply Chain Operations
This session will delve into the transformative potential of AI in logistics, focusing on practical applications and benefits for supply chain leaders in the manufacturing, retail, FMCG, and automotive sectors. Speakers will explore how AI can optimize operations, enhance visibility, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, fostering a collaborative exchange of ideas and best practices.
- Leveraging analytics to enhance the digital customer experience
- Moving beyond real-time analytics with predictive &
prescriptive analytics and proactive incident management - Using Gen AI to democratize local knowledge for couriers
- Quality Control: Ensuring Excellence Every Step of the Way Through AI
- How will AI transform last-mile logistics?
- Machine learning for optimizing logistics routes
- Real-time supply chain risk identification and mitigation through AI
Speakers:
- Jitendra
VP Delivery
Shipsy 
Himanshu Maloo
VP Supply Chain Planning and Logistics
Diageo- Sunil Shrivastava
Head of Supply Chain
Hector Beverages - Satish Panchapakesan
Sr Vice-President & Chief Information Officer
Arvind Fashions - Mohit Jauhari
Head SCM
Shriram Pistons 
Sreenivas Rao Nandigam
Global Head of Supply Chain
Sun Pharma- Ranganathan Vaidyanathan
CIO
JBM Group - Manish Panjwani
CTO
Shriram Automall
(Unable to attend due to flight cancellation) - Abhinav Sinha
Head of Procurement- Services and Indirect Materials, Nestle India - Rajeev Soota
Vice President Information Technology, Usha International
Moderator :
- Soham Choksi
Co – Founder and CEO
Shipsy