Manoj Agarwal: 10 Leading CFOs in India 2025
10 Leading CFOs in India 2025

Manoj Agarwal is the Chief Financial Officer of Star Cement Ltd. with over 30 years of industry experience. As Star Cement continues its trajectory as a leading Indian cement producer, Mr. Agarwal’s contributions are marked by disciplined capital allocation and effective cost control.

He started his career with Hindustan Development Corporation and continued his professional journey at The Coca-Cola Company, Reliance Retail, and KHADIM INDIA LTD. before joining Star Cement. Mr. Agarwal’s diverse background in manufacturing, retail, IPOs, and compliance makes him a versatile finance leader.

With a strong emphasis on ESG integration, Mr. Agarwal is leading efforts that reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability with profitability. As the cement industry evolves, he remains poised to leverage opportunities with vision and discipline.

Mr. Agarwal is recognised as one of the Leading CFOs in India, 2025. In a one-on-one conversation with Corporate TrendZ, he emphasised the importance of ESG and how it impacts finance:

“Strategic financial planning enables us to prioritise green investments, manage associated risks, and deliver measurable value across financial and ESG performance metrics.”