23-10-2026 | NewsIP Bureau** Newly appointed ONGC Chairman and Managing Director Sunil Kumar has assured employees of his support and urged them to raise workplace concerns, while calling for the transformation needed to take the company to its next level.
Addressing ONGC employees, Kumar credited the organisation’s workforce for the company’s progress. He said his own journey to the top position had been shaped by what he learned in the field, as well as the guidance and encouragement of colleagues and seniors.
Kumar acknowledged the challenges faced by teams working at different locations and recalled his own experience of offshore operations during the monsoon. He recognised employees’ hard work and perseverance, and said overcoming difficult conditions was an important part of the organisation’s achievements.
The CMD encouraged employees to speak up about issues affecting them and said they should not hesitate to raise concerns. He also pledged his support to teams and said the organisation needed to address challenges as it worked towards further transformation.
Kumar said ONGC should be prepared to hand over a stronger organisation to the next generation of leaders. He described the workforce as experienced, dedicated and motivated, and emphasised the importance of carrying the company’s progress
