BPCL Names Sanjay Khanna as Chairman & Managing Director

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited has appointed Sanjay Khanna as its Chairman and Managing Director (C&MD), marking a significant leadership transition at one of India’s leading public sector energy companies.

The appointment has been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, ensuring continuity in leadership and strategic direction. Khanna will serve in the role until his superannuation on May 31, 2029, or until further orders.

Khanna brings over three decades of experience within BPCL, having most recently served as Director (Refineries). In this role, he played a key part in enhancing refining capabilities and driving operational excellence across the organisation.

Over the years, he has contributed to the development of key process units at BPCL’s refineries in Mumbai, Kochi, and Numaligarh. He has also led both the Kochi and Mumbai refineries, strengthening his credentials as a seasoned leader in refinery operations.

During his tenure as Executive Director at Kochi Refinery, Khanna was instrumental in commissioning BPCL’s first niche petrochemical venture, the Propylene Derivative Petrochemical Project (PDPP), navigating execution challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under his leadership, BPCL has outlined ambitious investment plans worth ₹75,000 crore over the next five years. This includes the company’s largest project, the ₹50,000 crore Bina Petrochemical and Refinery Expansion Project (BPREP) in Madhya Pradesh, aimed at strengthening its downstream and petrochemical capabilities.

Beyond his role at BPCL, Khanna serves on the boards of Bharat PetroResources, Petronet LNG, and Ratnagiri Refinery and Petrochemicals, reflecting his wide influence across India’s energy ecosystem.

A Chemical Engineering graduate from National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli and a postgraduate in Finance Management from University of Mumbai, Khanna combines strong technical expertise with financial acumen.

His appointment comes at a time when the energy sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with increasing focus on diversification, sustainability, and large-scale infrastructure investments. With his deep institutional knowledge and operational experience, BPCL is well-positioned to navigate the evolving energy landscape and drive its next phase of growth.