Building a Safer Future: Industry Leaders Unite at the 14th India International Phosgene Conference 2026

The safe and responsible handling of critical chemicals remains one of the strongest indicators of an industry maturity. The 14th India International Phosgene Conference 2026 held on 16 September at Hotel Grand Mercure Surya Palace, Vadodar brought together industry leaders, technical experts, safety professionals, and regulators to explore how the chemical sector can continue advancing safe and sustainable manufacturing practices. 

Organized under the theme "Advancing Safe and Sustainable Manufacturing & Use," the conference served as an important platform for sharing global perspectives, operational best practices, and innovations that strengthen safety across the phosgene value chain

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Jayant V. Dhobley, Vice President, Indian Chemical Council (ICC) and Business Head & CEO - Global Chemicals, Aditya Birla Group who attended as Chief Guest. In his address, he highlighted phosgene s unique position in the chemical industry. While it is one of the most hazardous and carefully managed chemicals, it remains indispensable to a range of essential downstream industries, including polyurethanes, polycarbonates, and agrochemicals that support modern life. He also acknowledged the Indian Chemical Council s longstanding efforts in advancing and strengthening India s chemical industry through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Representing Aditya Birla Chemicals at the conference were Mr. Jai Prakash Singh, Head - Strategy; Mr. Himanshu Shukla, President & Head of Manufacturing; and Mr. Vikas Valand, Assistant Vice President - Health and Safety, reflecting the organizations continued focus on responsible manufacturing, risk management, and continuous improvement across its operations

The conference featured distinguished experts from India and across the globe, including Dr. Stefan Drees, Dr. Sonika Rathore, Dr. Gustav Bruer, Tejas Prajapati, and Atul Garg who shared valuable insights drawn from years of experience in process safety, manufacturing excellence, and sustainable operations. A special acknowledgment was extended to Mr. Arun Nandi, Mr. Arat Sheth and Mr. Ravi Kapoor for their leadership and efforts in making the conference a success and driving meaningful conversations around sustainability and responsible chemical manufacturing. The event was also graced by Mr. H. P. Parmar, Deputy Director, DISH Vadodara underscoring the importance of industry-government collaboration in strengthening safety standards and supporting the sustainable growth of Indias chemical industry

More than a technical conference, the event highlighted the collective responsibility of the chemical industry to balance growth with sustainability, innovation with accountability, and business performance with the highest standards of process safety. At Aditya Birla Chemicals, we remain committed to advancing Responsible Care principles, fostering industry collaboration, and sharing best practices that contribute to a safer and more sustainable future for the chemical industry