Sri Pradosh Kumar Rath assumed charge as the new CMD of RINL-Visakhapatnam on Saturday (22-9-2018). Sri Rath, was earlier the Director (Operations) of RINL.

Sri Rath greeted RINL collective on this occasion. He said that RINL-VSP is highly known for the commendable work and team spirit shown by its people. He exhorted the employees to continue to exhibit these qualities, demonstrate aptitude to learn, implement and overcome all challenges to take RINL to greater heights.

Sri Rath started his career in RINL-VSP as a Management Trainee in 1983 and has worked in various capacities during his 35 years of notable experience in steel making process in VSP itself. This indicates his bond and association with Vizag Steel. He has earned several laurels during his tenure. He has a rich experience in Steel making, Continuous Casting processes and other operations of the plant. He contributed significantly to the stabilizing and ramping up of production from the new expansion units and modernization of the plant of 7.3 million ton stage.

Sri Rath graduated from REC, Warangal in Metallurgy and holds an MBA (HR & Marketing) from Andhra University.

RINL Directors, Senior officials across the organization, representatives of Steel Executive Association, trade unions and a large number of customers extended their greetings on the occasion.

He is presently the Chairman of Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), Visakhapatnam Chapter. Sri Rath travelled extensively to Russia, China, Austria, Germany, etc.