New Delhi, February 25 (IANS). An era in India’s metals and mining sector came to an end with the death of steel industry veteran Jatinder Mehra on Wednesday.
In his career spanning over six decades, Mehra was widely respected for his technical knowledge, strategic thinking and ability to transform ambitious ideas into successful large-scale projects.
Mehra served as Vice President of Metals and Mining Division at Essar Group, where he played a key role in guiding the group’s steel and metals businesses.
In a condolence message, the Essar family expressed deep condolences on his demise and remembered him as a visionary leader whose clarity, commitment and leadership played a vital role in defining some of the group’s most significant achievements.
“The Essar family is deeply saddened by the demise of a respected veteran of India’s steel industry and a leader whose vision laid the foundation for some of the Essar Group’s most significant achievements,” the company said.
He said his contribution to Essar’s journey is deeply embedded and his legacy will continue to guide the organization in the years to come.
At Essar, he played a key role in shaping the long-term strategy and expanding steel production capacity, including major development projects at Hazira.
He also led the development of large integrated projects such as the Paradip Steel Plant in Odisha, strengthening Essar’s presence in the global steel market.
Before joining Essar, Mehra held several senior positions in India’s public sector steel industry.
He served as Executive Director at Steel Authority of India Limited and later as Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited.
During his tenure at RINL, he led the commissioning of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, a milestone project for the country’s steel sector.
Recognizing his lifelong contribution to the industry, the Indian Steel Association honored him with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022.
Colleagues and peers often regard him as a mentor and thinker who helped shape generations of professionals through guidance, discipline and inspiration.
His demise has sent a wave of mourning across the steel industry as India bids farewell to one of its most respected and influential leaders.
–IANS
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