Kirloskar Ferrous Appoints Pallavi Gokhale as Independent Director
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Key Highlights
Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Ltd. appoints Pallavi Gokhale as Additional Independent Director, strengthening corporate governance and risk management with her extensive expertise.
Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Ltd. has appointed Mrs. Pallavi Gokhale as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent), effective June 12, 2026. This strategic move is set to significantly enhance the company’s corporate governance and risk management frameworks.
Key Appointment Details
- Mrs. Gokhale, 54, brings over two decades of consulting experience.
- She holds qualifications as a commerce graduate, Chartered Accountant, and Cost Accountant.
- Her expertise spans risk management, process and controls optimisation, digitisation, and establishing sustainable governance frameworks.
Gokhale’s Extensive Background
Prior to this role, Mrs. Gokhale was a partner at Ernst & Young LLP India. There, she spearheaded complex reengineering programs for multi-location, multi-business organizations, driving operational efficiencies and long-term value creation. She also guided leadership teams in implementing robust risk management practices.
Her experience covers diverse sectors including automotive, industrial products, metals and mining, and chemicals.
Current Directorships & Compliance
Mrs. Gokhale currently serves as a director in several other entities:
- Kirloskar Industries Limited
- Clean Science and Technology Limited
- K Drive Mobility Solutions Private Limited
- S H Kelkar and Company Limited
- Encube Ethicals Private Limited
- Gokhale Charity Foundation
Kirloskar Ferrous confirmed that Mrs. Gokhale holds no equity shares in the company and has no familial ties to existing directors or key managerial personnel. Her appointment aligns with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.