Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has declared that Amitabh Kant, the previous G20 Sherpa and CEO of NITI Aayog, will join its board as a non-executive, independent director.

The appointment, starting October 29, 2025, will last for a five-year period, pending shareholder approval.

The resolution was formalized during the board meeting that took place on Wednesday. In its filing with the exchange, L&T highlighted that Kant's expertise in governance, public policy, and economic development will provide valuable perspectives for the company's strategic growth, particularly as it ventures into global infrastructure and sustainability-focused initiatives.

Kant retired from the IAS after a 45-year public service career, having been part of the 1980 Kerala batch and held various leadership positions. He is best known for heading large national initiatives such as Make in India, Startup India, and Incredible India. In 2022, he was designated as India’s G20 Sherpa and was instrumental in guiding the nation’s agenda throughout its presidency.

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Since departing from his government position last June, Kant has been occupied with various roles on corporate boards and in advisory capacities. In the past few months, he has become a board member of HCL Technologies and IndiGo, and took on the role of Senior Advisor at Fairfax Financial Holdings, directed by Canadian investor Prem Watsa.

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Kant's appointment is viewed as a reflection of an increasing trend among Indian corporations to recruit experienced public policy leaders to enhance their boards with knowledge in governance, sustainability, and global partnerships.

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Larsen & Toubro Limited, located in Mumbai, is among the largest and most esteemed firms in India's private sector. Boasting over 80 years of a robust, customer-centric philosophy and an ongoing pursuit of top-tier quality, L&T possesses unparalleled expertise in Technology, Engineering, Construction, and Manufacturing, sustaining its leadership in all key business areas.