Jindal Stainless appoints Kunjal Mehta as CFO
Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has appointed Kunjal Mehta as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from June 25, 2026. The appointment followed approval by the Board in Delhi.
Mehta's extensive experience
Mehta is a seasoned finance professional with over 25 years of experience across sectors including steel, power, ports and logistics, and technology. Prior to joining Jindal Stainless, he served as CFO at Adani Energy Solutions Ltd. His career includes senior leadership positions at Adani Electricity Mumbai Limited, Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Limited, and Essar Steel India Limited.
A qualified chartered accountant, Mehta brings expertise in corporate finance, resource mobilisation, treasury and working capital management, financial planning and analysis, investor relations, governance, assurance, and risk management.
Role and responsibilities
As CFO, Mehta will lead the company’s financial strategy and oversee the finance function, including treasury, capital management, financial planning, investor relations, risk management, and strategic growth initiatives. He will play a key role in Jindal Stainless’ next phase of growth, expansion, and value creation.
Quotes from Mehta and Jindal
Kunjal Mehta said the company has built a strong leadership position in the stainless steel sector through its focus on innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and customer-centricity. “I look forward to working with the leadership team to further strengthen the company’s financial foundation, and support its long-term strategic objectives,” he added.
Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal Stainless, said: “Kunjal brings deep expertise across corporate finance, treasury, fundraising, and business transformation, along with a strong track record of value creation in large and complex organisations. I am confident his leadership will further strengthen our financial resilience and support our upward trajectory in the manufacturing business.”
