Amit Shekhar

Background

About Amit Shekhar

A Public Affairs Professional with over 22 years of experience. As Head -Public Affairs & Policy Cell at Mahindra Rise, I have advocated on Public policy with a strategic focus on sustainability in India. The role entails navigation of political & policy landscapes, resulting in major changes ie. Self-certification by OEMs for tractors, Krish-e Smart Kits made mandatory on subsidized tractors & farm equipment & partnering the govt.in framing Rules & Guidelines for spraying by Drones. Developed & maintained excellent relationships with Central Ministers and bureaucrats (Agriculture & farmers welfare, Road Transport & Highways, Rural Development, Heavy Industries, Commerce & Industries, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship) and Key states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, J & KThe team's collaborative spirit has been instrumental in postponing emission norms and bolstering Mahindra's position as an innovative leader in Precision Agriculture. With competencies in public outreach and international business, we strive to secure Mahindra's status as a preferential partner in government schemes and major share in subsidies/LoC, thereby enhancing the brand's market share and reputation while championing sustainable development.