Shri Padavittan Babu has assumed charge as Director (Production & Marketing) at Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) with effect from October 7, 2025.

A seasoned Metallurgical Engineer, Shri Padavittan Babu brings over three decades of experience in the field of special metals and alloys, including special steels, superalloys, and titanium alloys. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Madras University, Chennai, and an MBA from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad.

He joined MIDHANI in 1997 and has since played a significant role across marketing, production, and strategic planning functions. In marketing, he was instrumental in developing new markets, reviving exports, strengthening customer engagement, and building long-term partnerships with key customers in strategic sectors such as Aerospace, Defence, Energy, and Industrial applications.

His strong expertise in production management, process assurance, and business development has contributed substantially to MIDHANI’s growth and leadership in the special metals and alloys segment.