Diganta Khataniar
About Diganta Khataniar
Diganta Khataniar is the Assistant General Manager at Aditya Birla Group in Bombay, Maharashtra, India, with extensive experience in the Paint and Coating industries.
Current Role at Aditya Birla Group
Diganta Khataniar holds the position of Assistant General Manager at Aditya Birla Group in Bombay, Maharashtra, India, a role he has been serving in since March 2015. His responsibilities and contributions in the role include overseeing various managerial functions within the company. The Aditya Birla Group is a prestigious multinational conglomerate, and his position represents a significant leadership role within the organization.
Previous Experience at Valspar
Before joining Aditya Birla Group, Diganta Khataniar worked at Valspar as a Technical Manager from 2012 to 2015. His tenure at Valspar took place in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. During his three years with the company, he likely managed various technical projects and teams, focusing on enhancing and developing new technologies within the paints and coatings industry.
Early Career at PPG Industries
Diganta Khataniar started his career as a Technical Manager at PPG Industries, where he worked from 2007 to 2012. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, PPG Industries provided him with a platform to sharpen his technical management skills and industry knowledge over a span of five years. This role built a foundation for his expertise in paint and coatings technologies.
Educational Background
Diganta Khataniar has a comprehensive educational background in chemistry and paint technology. He studied at Swahid Rauta Madan H.S. School and Cotton College where he focused on Chemistry. He later attended the University Institute of Chemical Technology (formerly Udct) and earned a B.Sc.(Tech.) in Paint Technology. His educational journey, which also included a Bachelor of Science from 1994 to 1997, laid the groundwork for his extensive knowledge in the field of paint and coatings.
Industry Expertise
With substantial experience in the paint and coatings industry, Diganta Khataniar specializes in Can Coating, General Industrial Coating, and Automotive Coating. His technical expertise extends across various types of coatings including Acrylics, Polyurethanes, Polyesters, and Epoxies. This specialization allows him to contribute to advancements and innovations in the coatings sector, addressing industry needs and improving product performance.