JK Paper strengthens senior management with key appointments

JK Paper Ltd. has appointed Ninad Mukund Gadgil as chief executive officer – packaging business, and Raghavendra Hebbar as vice president (works), Unit CPM. These appointments were approved by the board on November 3, 2025, and are effective from the same date, aligning with the company's HR policy and rules.

Gadgil, 54, brings over two decades of experience from 3M India and the Murugappa Group, with a background in electronics engineering and business management. His expertise spans sales, marketing, new product development, and healthcare.

Hebbar, 52, has over 31 years of experience in the pulp & paper industry, holding degrees in applied science and computer applications. He has completed executive management programs from ISB Hyderabad, IIM Bangalore, and INSEAD. Hebbar's background includes operations, projects, strategy, and mergers & acquisitions, with previous service at JK Paper and leadership roles at West Coast Paper Mills Ltd, Ballarpur Industries Ltd, Sinar Mas India Ltd, and APRIL Indonesia.