Kumar Shanker Appointed Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL)

BySheeba Chaudhary

Jun 8, 2026 #Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), #Kumar Shanker, #Managing Director

Kumar Shanker appointed as Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), leading the company’s next phase of growth and clean energy expansion.

Kumar Shanker has assumed charge as Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), bringing extensive experience in the energy sector to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has appointed Kumar Shanker as its new Managing Director (MD).
He succeeds Kamal Kishore Chatiwal following his nomination by GAIL (India) Limited, one of IGL’s promoter companies.

About Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL)

IGL is a leading City Gas Distribution (CGD) company in India.
It is jointly promoted by GAIL (India) Limited and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
The company supplies Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG)

Profile of Kumar Shanker

Educational Background

Chemical Engineering graduate from BITS Pilani.

Professional Experience

Over 31 years of experience in India’s natural gas sector.
Expertise in:
- Gas processing plant commissioning and operations
- Petrochemical project management
- Corporate strategy
- Marketing
- Regulatory affairs
- City Gas Distribution (CGD)

He has actively contributed to policy discussions with: