भारत सरकार का उद्यमA GOVERNMENT OF INDIA ENTERPRISE

Shri Sanjay Hazari is a seasoned and accomplished professional with over 35 years of extensive experience in the defence production sector. A distinguished officer of the 1989 batch of the Indian Ordnance Factories Service (IOFS), he has demonstrated exceptional leadership across diverse domains including production management, production planning, industrial engineering, general administration, procurement, and in-house research and development. He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and has further enhanced his technical and managerial acumen through a range of specialized training programs. These include the Industrial Engineering Course from NITIE, Mumbai; CAD/CAM Introduction from CII, Bangalore; Statistical Methods & Applications from NIIT, Kolkata; and Modernisation & Project Management from NADP, Nagpur.

Throughout his illustrious career, Shri Hazari has made significant contributions to the Indian defence manufacturing ecosystem. He has held several key leadership positions where his strategic vision and operational expertise have played a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency, strengthening systems, and improving performance outcomes. As Deputy Director General (Ammunition) at the erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) Headquarters, he was responsible for the planning and production activities of the Ammunition & Explosives (A&E) group of factories. His tenure in this role was marked by improved coordination and streamlined delivery across critical manufacturing units. In his role as General Manager (Operations) at the Corporate Office of Munitions India Limited (MIL), Shri Hazari oversaw production planning, target allocation, and the execution of in-house R&D activities for the entire MIL group of factories. His ability to drive innovation and ensure seamless integration of planning processes greatly contributed to the company’s production efficiency. Later, as Chief General Manager of Ammunition Factory Khadki (AFK), one of the premier defence production units, he played a crucial role in optimizing factory operations and enhancing overall performance metrics.

On 30th April 2025, Shri Sanjay Hazari assumed charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Munitions India Limited (MIL), a premier Defence Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. With his vast experience MIL aims to enhance operational capabilities. His visionary leadership comes at a pivotal time as the company advances towards modernization, global expansion, and greater self-reliance in strengthening India’s defence capabilities.

Shri Prakash Agarwala is a graduate in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Kurukshetra & MBA from IIM, Kolkata. He is an IOFS officer of 1990 batch.

After completion of his training at NADP, Ambajhari, Nagpur, he joined at erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) in 1992, where a new division of Marketing & Export was being set up. He has a vast experience of Marketing, Export and International Cooperation during his long stint at erstwhile OFB. He was decorated with the prestigious “Ayudh Bhushan” Award also during this period.

He has also worked in the areas of Material Management, Production Planning, Quality Control etc. at the factory level at Ordnance Equipment Factory, Kanpur and thereafter at OEF Headquarters, Kanpur.

He served at erstwhile OFB, Kolkata again as Deputy Director General of Marketing & Export for three years till 2021 before joining the newly created DPSU, Munitions India Limited (MIL) at Pune, as General Manager, Business Development & Finance.

He has a wide international exposure having visited around 20 countries for Defence Export Promotion and International Cooperation.

Shri Prakash Agarwala took over Charge of Director/Finance at MIL on 16th June, 2022. He is also the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) of MIL. Shri Prakash Agarwala took over as Additonal Charge of Director/Operations at MIL from 1st March 2024 to 7th November 2024. He took over as Additional Charge of Chairman and Managing Director at MIL from 1st Dec, 2024 to 29th April, 2025.

Shri Rakesh Ojha is a Mechanical Engineer with Post Graduate qualification in M.Sc. (Gun System Design) from DCMT, Cranfield University, United Kingdom. He joined Indian Ordnance Factories Services in the year 1997.

During a career spanning more than 27 years, Shri Rakesh Ojha had worked in Defence Industry on broad spectrum of portfolios such as Production, Planning, Research and Development, Material Management, Business Development, to name a few. He acquired skills and know-how in Artillery Ammunition manufacturing, Production of Small Arms Ammunition and weapon systems. He is an alumni of ISB. He was a student of AMPOS-2024.

Shri Rakesh Ojha worked as Chief General Manager of Ordnance Factory Varangaon from Feb 2024 to Nov. 2024. This factory is engaged in production of 5.56mm & 7.62 mm small arms ammunition. During this period the factory achieved 100% committed target.

Shri Rakesh Ojha, took over as the Director/Operations of Munitions India Limited, Pune A Defence Public Sector Enterprise on 08th November, 2024.

The company comprising of 12 Ordnance Factories (Production Units) engaged in production of various types of ammunition and explosives and 03 Non Production Units spread over 5 States across the India.

Shri Nandkishor Prabhakar Naik is a seasoned professional with a rich and diverse background in Civil Engineering, Human Resources, and Management. He is a graduate in Civil Engineering and holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), a Certification in Human Resource Management from XLRI Jamshedpur, and a Diploma in Management. A distinguished officer of the 1995 batch of the Indian Ordnance Factories Service (IOFS), Shri Naik brings over 29 years of experience in public service.

Throughout his career, Shri Naik has made valuable contributions in a variety of fields, including Human Resources, Production, Planning, Procurement, and Civil Maintenance. His leadership and expertise have been instrumental in driving operational efficiencies and fostering workforce resilience within diverse organizational settings. Notably, Shri Naik served as Chief General Manager at CFA, where he played a crucial role in optimizing operations and improving overall performance.

On 5th February 2025, Shri Naik assumed the position of Director (HR) at Munitions India Limited, a premier Defence Public Enterprise. His appointment comes at a critical moment for the organization, with his wealth of experience and strategic vision positioned to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen workforce capabilities, and navigate challenges with resilience. Shri Naik's leadership is key to the on-going growth and success of Munitions India Limited as it continues to contribute to the national defence sector.

Shri. Amit Satija is an IAS officer of 2008 batch from AGMUT cadre who is currently posted as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Defence in the Department of Defence Production. Prior to joining the Government of India, he has served at various positions in different States and UTs in the country including Delhi, Goa, Andaman Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep Islands. Shri. Satija is a graduate in Economics and has done Masters of Management Studies from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai before joining IAS.

He has vast experience in Defence related matters, Public administration, Home/Census, Finance, Urban Development, Excise, Land Revenue Management and District Administration, Water resources, Transport and Tourism.