Mr. Amit Kale

Vice-president, Reliance Retail

Amit Milind Kale is the Associate Vice President of Packaging and Automation at Reliance Retail, a role he has held since early 2014. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, he is recognized as a leading expert in packaging development, supply chain management, and sustainable innovation. He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), where he specialized in Packaging Science. At Reliance Retail, he has been instrumental in spearheading FMCG vertical launches, focusing on innovative packaging machines and eco-friendly solutions such as paper punnets and corn-based cushioning materials. A frequent speaker at international forums like Interpack and the Recycling And Compounding Expo (RACE), he is a vocal advocate for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Plastic Waste Management (PWM) rules. His contributions have earned him several prestigious accolades, including the India Star Award and the World Star Award.