Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited has announced a senior management reshuffle that underscores the company’s focus on internal succession. In a statement to stakeholders, BHEL said that Jitendra Das, Executive Director (IS & IO), has superannuated from the company on 24 October 2026, marking the end of a long innings in the IS & IO portfolio. The transition opens a new chapter for leadership within the unit and for the broader corporate structure he helped steer.
Two internal leaders have been elevated to head critical functions. Rajeeva Srivastava has been appointed as the new Head of International Operations, while Amit Gupta takes on the role of Head of the Defence & Aerospace Business Group (DABG) in the Industry Sector. Both appointments are effective from 25 October 2026 and they will report to the Director (IS & P).
Rajeeva Srivastava, a BHEL veteran with a BTech in Chemical Engineering, joined the company on 10 August 1992 and brings 34 years of service to the new role. He will lead BHEL’s international footprint from New Delhi, guiding the global reach of the company’s business.
Amit Gupta, who holds BE in Electrical & Electronics and ME in Electrical Engineering, joined BHEL on 3 February 1992 and also has 34 years of service. As Head of DABG, he will steer the Defence & Aerospace Business Group from New Delhi, reporting to the Director (IS & P).