Shri Sanjay Hazari,
Chairman and Managing Director
Leadership
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.