Ms. Mohua Basu currently serves as the Executive Director (Materials & Contracts) of the Pipelines Division at Indian Oil Corporation Limited, India’s largest commercial enterprise and a Fortune Global 500 company.
An accomplished oil and energy professional, Ms. Basu holds an Electrical Engineering degree from BIT Sindri and brings to her role more than 33 years of rich and diverse experience across key functional areas. Over the course of her career, she has held senior leadership positions in Engineering Services, Training & Development, Human Resources, and Materials and Contracts, contributing significantly to the growth and operational excellence of IndianOil.
Notably, Ms. Basu served as the Head of Human Resources at IndianOil’s biggest refineries, where she spearheaded critical HR initiatives, drove capability-building programs, and strengthened employee engagement across large and complex operational setups. Her tenure in this role was marked by a strong focus on fostering a high-performance culture, implementing progressive people practices, and promoting diversity and inclusion.
In her present capacity, Ms. Basu is responsible for formulating and executing strategies related to procurement, contracting, and materials management for the Pipelines Division, which plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of petroleum products across the country. She has been instrumental in driving process improvements, embedding robust contract management systems, and enhancing supply chain efficiencies to support IndianOil’s business objectives.
Ms. Basu is widely respected for her technical expertise, strategic vision, and dedication to mentoring talent, having successfully led multidisciplinary teams across multiple domains. Her career exemplifies professional excellence, resilience, and a commitment to organizational development, making her an inspiration to her colleagues and the wider oil and energy industry.