Pratap Chandra Panda Joins IAC Electricals as Chief Human Resources Officer

IAC Electricals, headquartered in Kolkata, has officially appointed Pratap Chandra Panda as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). With over 22 years of diverse HR leadership experience spanning manufacturing, steel and mining, R&D, FMCG, and services industries, he brings a strategic and people-centric approach to his new role.

At IAC Electricals, he will lead key human resource functions including workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management, employee engagement, and leadership development. His mandate is to strengthen the company’s HR framework and cultivate a high-performing, future-ready workforce.

Prior to this appointment, Pratap served as Head HR at Thriveni EarthMovers Pvt. Ltd., where he played a transformative role in strategic workforce planning and industrial relations. His career also includes leadership positions at Kurlon Enterprise Limited, Misrilall Mines, Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd. (FACOR), PJ Minerals International, and Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited. He began his professional journey in talent acquisition at Career Plan, steadily building a reputation as a trusted HR leader known for driving change and fostering employee-centric cultures.

An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore, he is recognized for his agile leadership style and ability to align business needs with innovative people solutions. His expertise spans strategic HR planning, industrial relations, CSR, statutory compliance, training and development, and organizational growth.

With his appointment as CHRO, IAC Electricals is poised to deepen its commitment to a people-first culture. His leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping future-ready leaders and enhancing employee experience across the organization.