Strategic Leadership: SEBI Elevates Pradhan, Pandey, and Purao

SEBI has promoted Amit Pradhan, Avneesh Pandey, and Sanjay Chandrakant Purao to executive directors. Pradhan will oversee legal affairs, Pandey will lead IT, and Purao will manage corporate finance investigations. Each had served as chief general managers at SEBI before their promotions, showcasing vast expertise in their respective domains.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 22-08-2025 18:13 IST | Created: 22-08-2025 18:13 IST
Strategic Leadership: SEBI Elevates Pradhan, Pandey, and Purao
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced the promotion of Amit Pradhan, Avneesh Pandey, and Sanjay Chandrakant Purao to the positions of executive directors. Each brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, marking significant leadership transitions at the regulatory body.

Amit Pradhan, previously the Chief General Manager and Regional Director of SEBI's Northern Regional Office, will now handle legal affairs as well as the prosecution and settlement department. Pradhan has been with SEBI for about 28 years, contributing to legal regulation, policy development, and more.

Avneesh Pandey, known for his technological acumen, will oversee the organization's information technology department. Sanjay Chandrakant Purao, with extensive experience in finance and market regulation since 1996, will head the corporation finance investigation department. This strategic revamp aims to bolster SEBI's regulatory effectiveness.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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