Jindal Stainless Partners with XLRI to Launch HR Competency Development Programme
New Delhi, 10 March 2026 – Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Xavier School of Management (XLRI) to roll out a structured HR Competency Development Programme aimed at strengthening strategic HR leadership across the organisation.
The nine-month programme is designed for 25 HR professionals from Jindal Stainless’ corporate office and plant locations, combining virtual and in-person learning sessions. The curriculum covers eight core competencies: business acumen, stakeholder management, culture building, strategic thinking, data analytics, design thinking, problem-solving and critical thinking, and change management. The programme includes 19 interactive three-hour sessions and five in-person lessons, along with internal implementation projects to ensure practical application of learning.
Speaking about the partnership, Mr Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal Stainless, said:
"Any organisation is only as strong as its people, and enabling policies and processes play a critical role in ensuring their long-term success. Our MoU with XLRI reflects our commitment to nurturing talent and equipping our teams with the strategic capabilities required to drive innovation, lead change, and support the organisation’s next phase of growth."
Mr Sushil Baveja, Chief Human Resources Officer of Jindal Stainless, added:
"The HR function today extends far beyond conventional roles. It requires stronger business understanding, analytical capabilities, and the ability to navigate complex organisational dynamics. This programme has been designed to enable our HR teams to act as strategic partners to the business and bring tangible impact to HR processes."
Through this initiative, Jindal Stainless continues to invest in workforce development, leadership nurturing, and organisational culture, ensuring a future-ready HR function aligned with the evolving needs of the business.
About Jindal Stainless
Founded in 1970, Jindal Stainless is India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, with an annual turnover of INR 40,182 crore (USD 4.75 billion) in FY25. The company operates 16 stainless steel manufacturing and processing facilities in India and abroad, including in Spain and Indonesia, and maintains a network spanning 12 countries. Its product portfolio includes stainless steel slabs, blooms, coils, plates, sheets, precision strips, wire rods, rebars, blade steel, and coin blanks.
Committed to a sustainable future, Jindal Stainless produces stainless steel using scrap in electric arc furnaces, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining high-quality standards.