Jai Khurana has recently been appointed as the Joint President and Group Head of Central Logistics Assurance at Adani Group, a role that highlights his experience and leadership in the logistics and operations sector. With years of professional experience, Jai Khurana has held several high-level positions, including his most recent role as Joint President and Chief Human Resource Officer at Adani Ports and SEZ. During his tenure, he was instrumental in driving digital transformation in HR functions, overseeing thousands of employees, and launching talent development programs to build a robust pipeline for executive positions.
Before his impactful contributions at Adani Group, Jai Khurana served as the Chief Executive Officer for Southern Ports, where he successfully managed multiple ports and significantly increased cargo volumes. His leadership resulted in the establishment of a strong CSR presence, enhanced ESG parameters, and the commissioning of India’s first solar panels on port breakwaters. Furthermore, he led strategic initiatives that brought innovative operational improvements and solidified Adani’s position in the southern region of India.
In his new role, Jai Khurana is tasked with formulating overarching logistics strategies, focusing on optimizing costs and enhancing operational efficiency across various business units. His vision will include collaborating with stakeholders and leveraging advanced technologies, such as AI-based predictive freight booking models. With a educational background, including degrees from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and IMT Ghaziabad, as well as executive education from Harvard Business School, Jai is well-equipped to tackle the challenges and opportunities in the logistics sector.
As Jai Khurana embarks on this new chapter at Adani Group, his commitment to fostering team collaboration and driving organizational success remains evident. His proven track record of building strong professional teams and achieving financial goals positions him as a valuable asset in the group’s ambitious logistics endeavors.
