New Delhi: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) has announced a key change in its senior leadership, promoting Aparajita Ghosh to the position of Chief General Manager (Finance). The defence public sector shipyard informed stock exchanges that the promotion, made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, is effective from November 18, 2025, with the formal order to be issued on November 22, 2025.
Significant Leadership Advancement
Ghosh moves up from her previous role as General Manager (Finance), marking a recognition of her extensive contribution to GRSE’s financial operations. Her elevation reflects the organisation’s focus on strengthening its financial leadership as it continues to deliver major naval and shipbuilding projects for the Indian defence sector.
Professional Journey and Background
Long-standing Association With GRSE
Aparajita Ghosh joined GRSE as Deputy General Manager (E-8) on September 26, 2014, bringing with her nearly two decades of experience in financial management across diverse organisational environments.
Rich Industry Experience
Before entering GRSE, she accumulated around 22 years of experience working with Chartered Accountant firms, private sector companies, and other government-owned enterprises. Her diversified exposure has helped her understand varied financial structures and compliance frameworks.
Dual Professional Qualifications
A dual-qualified professional, Ghosh is a Chartered Accountant (CA) since 1997 and a Cost & Works Accountant (ICWA) since 1990. These credentials have supported her in leading complex financial functions with precision and strategic insight.
Expertise and Contribution to GRSE
Over the years, Ghosh has demonstrated strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, cost optimization, taxation, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. Her analytical strengths and in-depth understanding of financial systems have played a crucial role in enhancing GRSE’s decision-making processes and operational efficiencies.
The company noted that her promotion is a testament to her leadership capabilities and consistent contribution to GRSE’s growth trajectory.
About Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE)
GRSE, one of India’s leading defence shipyards under the Ministry of Defence, is renowned for building warships, patrol vessels, and advanced naval platforms for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard. With a strong order book, modern shipbuilding infrastructure, and a growing focus on innovation, GRSE continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s maritime defence capabilities.
