NEW DELHI. The Government of India has appointed Shri Deepak Gupta as the new Chairman and Managing Director of GAIL (India) Limited, with his tenure commencing on March 1, 2026. He will serve until his superannuation on February 28, 2029, or until further orders. Gupta succeeds Sandeep Kumar Gupta, who is set to superannuate on February 28. Currently serving as Director (Projects) at GAIL, Deepak Gupta has been responsible for overseeing key infrastructure and execution portfolios crucial to the company’s expansion plans. His leadership approach, highlighted in a LinkedIn post shared by GAIL six months ago, emphasizes disciplined project execution, adaptability to dynamic market conditions, and the importance of aligning planning with effective communication and teamwork. Gupta advocates for foundational professional habits such as punctuality, cross-functional respect, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous learning, reflecting his management philosophy of execution excellence combined with organizational alignment.
The formal appointment was made in accordance with SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, reinforcing governance standards at the public sector undertaking. Following the announcement, GAIL’s shares marginally increased, closing at ₹163.60 on the NSE, up 0.08 percent. As Gupta prepares to assume his new role, the market will closely observe how GAIL accelerates pipeline expansion, enhances marketing margins, and balances capital discipline with growth ambitions. Given India’s strategic focus on natural gas as a transition fuel for decarbonization, Gupta’s tenure is poised to be shaped by strong execution capabilities and policy alignment, aiming to reinforce GAIL’s position in the evolving energy landscape.
