Mr. AS Sahney, 55, is a Chemical Engineer from HBTU, Kanpur, with over three decades of expertise in the Refinery and Petrochemical sectors. 

He brings extensive experience from working at five of IndianOil's nine refineries, where he played a pivotal role in commissioning and optimising key units, including the landmark 15 MMTPA Paradip Refinery that significantly strengthened India’s refining capacity and energy security. As head of IndianOil’s Petrochemicals vertical, he also steered the conceptualisation of several strategic projects, most notably the upcoming mega Petrochemical Complex at Paradip, which is set to substantially expand IndianOil’s footprint in the sector.

A firm believer in people-centric leadership, Mr. Sahney has championed Innovation and Digital transformation as drivers of growth and sustainability. His strategic vision and operational excellence have positioned IndianOil as a global energy major, well-equipped to meet the evolving energy needs of the nation.

In line with this vision, he has spearheaded Project SPRINT—a company-wide transformation programme launched in April 2025 to drive agility, innovation, and future-readiness across IndianOil. Built on six strategic pillars, SPRINT reflects his commitment to strengthening the company’s core while accelerating its transition into a more customer-focused, cost-efficient, and technology-led energy enterprise.

Mr. Sahney is also a Non-Executive Chairman on the Board of Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (a Subsidiary of IndianOil), Ratnagiri Refinery & Petrochemicals Ltd (a JV of IndianOil). He is also a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Petronet LNG Ltd. (a JV of IndianOil)