
Alok Vijayvergiya
Group Chief Sustainability Officer
Hinduja Group
Alok currently serves as a pivotal leader driving sustainability and ESG initiatives at the $40 billion Hinduja Group. His role involves actively shaping the group’s approach to sustainability by developing robust ESG strategies, comprehensive roadmaps, and detailed implementation plans. Alok collaborates closely with companies like Ashok Leyland, IndusInd Bank, Gulf Oil, Switch Mobility, Ohm, GRO, Hinduja Hospital, Hinduja National Thermal Power Corporation, Hinduja Renewables, GOCL, and others within the group to ensure alignment with global best practices and regulatory standards.
In addition to his strategic oversight, Alok leads the Group Sustainability Center of Excellence, which serves as a hub for fostering synergy and sharing knowledge across the diverse portfolio of companies under the Hinduja Group. His focus extends beyond traditional corporate responsibilities to encompass driving innovation in sustainable practices, thereby mitigating environmental risks and seizing opportunities in a dynamic global landscape. As Chief Sustainability Officer, Alok continues to champion initiatives that enhance the group’s environmental stewardship, promote social responsibility, and strengthen governance practices, positioning Hinduja Group as a leader in sustainable business practices.
His career includes key positions within the Tata Group, where he managed sustainability, ESG, and CSR initiatives across prominent businesses such as TAJ (Indian Hotels Co. Ltd.), Tata Housing, Tata Infrastructure, and Tata Realty. At Tata Sons, Alok worked closely with the Tata Sustainability Group on impactful projects across multiple states in India.
Before his tenure at Tata, Alok made significant contributions at JSW Group, where he oversaw strategy and sustainability functions across JSW Steel, JSW Energy, and JSW Hydro, handling substantial carbon credit transactions valued at approximately $6.28 billion. His career began with consulting assignments for leading UK and German multinational corporations, which enhanced his expertise in sustainability practices.
