Chairman (Ex-MLA Bhuj)
Shri Shivjibhai Ahir serves as the Chairman of Ashapura China Clay Co., backed by over 30 years of rich experience in mining and mineralogy. His foresight and leadership have modernized extraction practices, transforming the entire landscape of the mining industry in Bhuj.
As a former Member of the Legislative Assembly (Ex-MLA) of the Bhuj region, Mr. Ahir has played an instrumental role in grassroots social development. He has driven essential infrastructure, education, and community initiatives across Bhuj and surrounding villages like Padhar.
With a profound understanding of local culture and language, Mr. Ahir maintains a deep, personal connection with the people. His leadership unites industrial growth with community welfare, ensuring sustainable operations that uplift the local workforce across Kutch.
Vice Chairman
Mr. Vinay Dangar serves as the Vice Chairman of Ashapura China Clay Co., combining entrepreneurial leadership with a Master’s degree in Mining Engineering. His technical grounding drives the company’s strategic expansion and modernized extraction operations.
With an innovative mindset, Mr. Dangar consistently adopts emerging mining methodologies and digital process controls. His approach focuses on boosting plant efficiency, optimizing resource recovery, and refining processing operations.
His keen understanding of international mineral requirements empowers the organization to scale reliably. By aligning production capabilities with international benchmarks, he ensures Ashapura China Clay maintains a strong competitive advantage in the global market.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Mr. Narayan Ray serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Ashapura China Clay Co., acting as a key pillar in company leadership. Holding a Master’s degree in Geology, he brings a deep, scientific understanding of Kaolin mineral structures and deposit grading.
Mr. Ray directly oversees daily operations across the processing facility. He prioritizes the integration of cutting-edge levigation and testing technologies, ensuring that every mineral batch meets exacting chemical and physical specifications.
Driven by an unwavering focus on customer satisfaction, Mr. Ray upholds rigorous quality control at every phase of processing. His dedication guarantees dependable product uniformity, instilling enduring confidence in domestic and global industrial partners.