Shree Cement Appoints Jay Mukhopadhyay as Safety Head

25 Jul 2025 CW Team

Shree Cement, one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, has appointed Jay Mukhopadhyay as its Corporate Safety Head. With over 30 years of experience in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Mukhopadhyay brings strong expertise in embedding safety into corporate culture.

He has previously led large-scale safety programs and is recognised for driving people-first, compliance-oriented safety systems across industrial operations.

At Shree Cement, Mukhopadhyay will spearhead safety strategy across all plants and project sites. His focus will include developing unified safety frameworks, promoting behavioural safety practices, and aligning workplace safety with international standards.

Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director of Shree Cement, said, “At Shree Cement, safety is not just a compliance requirement but a core value. We are delighted to welcome Jay, whose expertise will help reinforce our zero-harm mindset.”

Commenting on his new role, Mukhopadhyay added, “I’m excited to join an organisation known for its values and people-first approach. I look forward to strengthening the safety culture and contributing to sustainable progress.”

Shree Cement continues to prioritise safety through structured systems, training, and continuous improvement, reinforcing its mission of responsible and sustainable manufacturing.

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