Star Cement COO Pradeep Purohit Honoured for Corporate Excellence
Pradeep Purohit, Chief Operating Officer of Star Cement Limited, has been conferred with the Achiever Award for Corporate Excellence at the prestigious Sadin-Pratidin Group Achiever Awards 2025, held in Guwahati.
The award was presented by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Communications, Government of India, in recognition of Shri Purohit’s exemplary leadership, strategic vision, and significant contribution to strengthening corporate performance, enhancing operational excellence, and driving sustainable business growth, alongside his continued focus on high-impact and responsible Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
A highly respected leader in the cement and building materials industry, Shri Purohit has played a pivotal role in accelerating Star Cement’s operational momentum through enhanced efficiency, strategic expansion, and a strong focus on long-term value creation. His leadership has further reinforced Star Cement’s market position as one of the most trusted cement brands in Northeast India, contributing significantly to the region’s infrastructure and development journey.
Beyond corporate leadership, Shri Purohit is also widely recognised for his active role in addressing key industry and policy concerns relevant to the Northeast particularly in the cement and allied sectors-through continuous engagement with stakeholders, industry forums, and development platforms. As an industry representative, he has consistently contributed towards strengthening the Northeast’s industrial ecosystem, with emphasis on sustainable growth, responsible manufacturing practices, and inclusive regional development.
Purohit also holds a prominent leadership position as Chairman, CII North Bengal Zonal Council, where he continues to champion collaborative industry initiatives and contribute to dialogue on competitiveness, investment, and economic development in the region.
In addition, Purohit is associated with The Assam Royal Global University (RGU), Guwahati as a Professor of Practice and is also an esteemed member of the Academic Council, reflecting his commitment towards bridging academia and industry, mentoring young talent, and strengthening outcome-driven education aligned with real-world industry needs.
His leadership has also strengthened Star Cement’s community-centric CSR initiatives across education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and social welfare, underlining the company’s commitment to responsible growth and meaningful social impact.
The Sadin-Pratidin Group Achiever Awards is a reputed platform that honours eminent personalities and institutions across sectors for their contribution to society and nation-building, celebrating excellence, integrity, and inspirational leadership.
Purohit’s recognition at the Achiever Awards 2025 marks yet another significant milestone in his professional journey and reflects Star Cement’s continued pursuit of operational excellence, regional leadership, and responsible progress.
