Mumbai: Plastindia Foundation, the apex body representing the leading associations, organisations and institutions of India’s plastics industry, has announced the election of its new office bearers for the 2026–2028 term. Dr. Raju Desai has been elected as President, Mr. Dharmendra Gandhi as Vice President, and Dr. Sameer Joshi as Honorary Treasurer.
The announcement was made during the Foundation’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on 30 July 2026 at the Plastindia Foundation office in Mumbai. The newly elected Managing Committee assumed office with immediate effect.
Dr. Raju Desai succeeds Mr. Ravish Kamath, who served as President from 2023 to 2026. During his tenure, Mr. Kamath played a pivotal role in strengthening the Foundation’s initiatives and successfully leading the organisation of PLASTINDIA 2026.
A highly respected entrepreneur and industry veteran, Dr. Raju Desai is the Chairman of the Jyoti Group and brings over four decades of experience in plastics manufacturing, technology and industry development. He currently serves as Vice President of Plastindia International University and has previously held key leadership positions, including Past President of the All India Plastics Manufacturers’ Association (AIPMA) and Chairman of the National Advisory Board of Plastivision India. Having contributed to Plastindia Foundation in several leadership capacities, most recently as Vice President, Dr. Desai is set to lead the Foundation into its next phase of growth and innovation.
Accepting the responsibility, Dr. Raju Desai said:
“It is an honor & privilege to serve as President of Plastindia Foundation. The Indian plastics industry is entering a transformative phase driven by innovation, sustainability, circular economy initiatives and manufacturing excellence.Together with our Managing Committee, industry associations, government bodies and stakeholders, we will work towards strengthening India’s position as a global plastics manufacturing hub while promoting responsible growth,technological advancement, skill development and sustainability.”
Mr. Dharmendra Gandhi, elected as Vice President, is Co-founder of the Mutual Group and an industry veteran with over four decades of experience. He has played a pioneering role in introducing advanced polymer processing technologies in India and has actively contributed to several industry bodies, including serving as President of the Organization of Plastic Processors of India (OPPI).
Speaking on his new responsibility, Mr. Dharmendra Gandhi said:
“Plastindia Foundation has always been the driving force behind the growth and global recognition of the Indian plastics industry. I look forward to working closely with Dr. Raju Desai and the entire Managing Committee to promote innovation, sustainability, industry collaboration and value creation for all stakeholders.”
The Foundation also expressed its sincere appreciation to Mr. Ravish Kamath, the outgoing President, for his dedicated leadership and invaluable contribution during his tenure. Under his guidance, Plastindia Foundation successfully organized PLASTINDIA 2026, further reinforcing India’s position on the global plastics map while promoting sustainability, innovation and international collaboration.
The Members of the Managing Committee for the term 2026–2028 are:
- President – Dr. Raju Desai
- Vice President – Mr. Dharmendra Gandhi
- Treasurer – Dr Sameer Joshi
- Immediate Past President – Mr. Ravish Kamath
- Members – Mr. Pradeep Rathod, Mr. Rakesh Shah, Mr. Amit Kumar Agarwal, Mr. Alok Tibrewala, Mr. Alpesh B. Patel, Mr. Ramesh Thummar, Mr. Hemant Minocha, Mr. Vikram Bhadauria, Mr. Jagat Killawala, Prof (Dr.) Shishir Sinha, Dr. Vishal Verma, Mr. Kamal P. Nanavaty, Mr. Sunil Jain Plastindia Foundation congratulates the newly elected office bearers and ManagingCommittee members and looks forward to a dynamic new term dedicated to advancing the interests of the Indian plastics industry through innovation, sustainability, global partnerships and inclusive growth.
About Plastindia Foundation
Established in 1987, Plastindia Foundation is the apex body of the major associations, organizations and institutions connected with the plastics industry in India. The Foundation is committed to promoting the growth and sustainable development of the plastics sector through industry collaboration, technology adoption, skill development, policy advocacy and international engagement. It is the organizer of the internationally acclaimed PLASTINDIA Exhibition, one of the world’s leading plastics exhibitions and conferences.
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