Kaushalya Logistics Appoints Rajendra Singh Shekhawat as CEO

29 Nov 2025 CW Team

Shekhawat has previously held senior roles at major cement companies, including Assistant Vice President – Logistics & Packing at Wonder Cement and Vice President & Head of Logistics at J.K. Cement. His career spans end-to-end leadership of distribution frameworks, procurement, supply-chain optimisation, and industrial-corridor operations, giving him deep insight into logistics behaviour, customer ecosystems and ground-level challenges. He has also built high-performance teams, established logistics start-ups and implemented robust systems that deliver long-term value.

As CEO, he will steer Kaushalya Logistics’ strategic and operational agenda as the company expands its CFA network and strengthens partnerships with major cement brands. His leadership is expected to enhance distribution efficiency, improve process transparency, uplift customer experience and build a future-ready supply chain supported by scalable systems and technology-driven improvements.

Commenting on the appointment, Uddhav Poddar, Managing Director, Kaushalya Logistics, said, “Welcoming Shekhawat is an important step for us. As our cement supply-chain operations grow in scale and responsibility, his deep understanding of the ecosystem and ability to translate experience into on-ground improvements will add meaningful strength. His command of customer expectations, operational rhythms and industry realities will bring sharper direction and stronger execution to our logistics solutions.”

Shekhawat said, “I am honoured to take on this responsibility at Kaushalya Logistics. Having worked across multiple segments of the cement supply chain, I look forward to applying my experience towards strengthening systems, expanding our network and building dependable solutions for partner brands. My focus will be on streamlining processes, sharpening on-ground execution and developing scalable systems that support long-term growth. Our goal is to deliver consistency, transparency and reliable service at every step.

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Kaushalya Logistics Limited (NSE: KLL), a diversified logistics provider specialising in cement-sector supply chain operations, has announced the appointment of Rajendra Singh Shekhawat as its new Chief Executive Officer. He brings more than 24 years of leadership experience across India’s leading cement conglomerates and logistics-driven enterprises, with a proven record in operational excellence, cost efficiency and large-scale transformation.Shekhawat has previously held senior roles at major cement companies, including Assistant Vice President – Logistics & Packing at Wonder Cement and Vice President & Head of Logistics at J.K. Cement. His career spans end-to-end leadership of distribution frameworks, procurement, supply-chain optimisation, and industrial-corridor operations, giving him deep insight into logistics behaviour, customer ecosystems and ground-level challenges. He has also built high-performance teams, established logistics start-ups and implemented robust systems that deliver long-term value.As CEO, he will steer Kaushalya Logistics’ strategic and operational agenda as the company expands its CFA network and strengthens partnerships with major cement brands. His leadership is expected to enhance distribution efficiency, improve process transparency, uplift customer experience and build a future-ready supply chain supported by scalable systems and technology-driven improvements.Commenting on the appointment, Uddhav Poddar, Managing Director, Kaushalya Logistics, said, “Welcoming Shekhawat is an important step for us. As our cement supply-chain operations grow in scale and responsibility, his deep understanding of the ecosystem and ability to translate experience into on-ground improvements will add meaningful strength. His command of customer expectations, operational rhythms and industry realities will bring sharper direction and stronger execution to our logistics solutions.”Shekhawat said, “I am honoured to take on this responsibility at Kaushalya Logistics. Having worked across multiple segments of the cement supply chain, I look forward to applying my experience towards strengthening systems, expanding our network and building dependable solutions for partner brands. My focus will be on streamlining processes, sharpening on-ground execution and developing scalable systems that support long-term growth. Our goal is to deliver consistency, transparency and reliable service at every step.Image source

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