Sanjaya Mariwala has officially taken over as the new President of the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IMC) on Friday, succeeding Samir Somaiya, who has completed his tenure.
Mariwala, with a distinguished career spanning over four decades, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this new role. He is currently the Chairman and Managing Director of OmniActive Health Technologies , which is controlled by TA Associates. OmniActive is a leading global manufacturer of nutraceutical ingredients. Mariwala has significantly contributed to several industries through his management and board roles, including Bombay Oil Industries , Kancor Ingredients, Auto Hangar, and VKL Spices.
In addition to his new role at IMC, Mariwala is the Founder President of the Association of Herbal and Nutraceuticals Manufacturers of India (AHNMI) and a member of the Nutraceuticals Task Force of the Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) – Government of India. His past leadership roles include Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for Kerala, President of the Indian Pepper and Spice Trading Association, and the All India Spices Exporters Forum, among others.
In his inaugural address as the President of IMC, Mariwala said, “India is on a path to becoming the 3rd largest economy globally with a focus on the 'Viksit Bharat' agenda. We at IMC intend to play an active role in building this ‘New India’ by furthering manufacturing, sustainable enterprises, investments in agriculture, expanding the services sector, and all this led by strong digital capabilities. Our efforts will be channelled through various programs such as Bharat Calling, sustainability conferences and exhibitions, and reforms in banking and economy.”
He further added, “I am excited to take on the mantle of leading IMC through this exciting phase of growth and in the journey towards 'Amrit Kaal' for India. In support, the theme for the year will be Awakening-Advocacy-Awareness-Alignment-Action.”
The IMC looks forward to a new era of growth and development under Mariwala's visionary leadership, dedicated to fostering economic advancement and sustainable development in India.
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