Board of Directors
Shishir Agrawal
Managing Director
Gagan Agrawal
Managing Director
Balraj Bhanot
Independent Director
Vijay Lal Toshavda
Independent Director
Shubhangi Agarwal
Independent Director
Prashant K. Banerjee
Independent Director
Managing Director
Managing Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Managing Director
Mr. Shishir Agrawal, the Managing Director at Shigan Quantum Technologies, has over 35 years of extensive experience in the automobile industry. His exemplary leadership has been pivotal in establishing over 10 successful companies, shaping Shigan into a resilient and trusted brand. Widely recognized for his strategic foresight, innovative mindset, and remarkable agility, Mr. Agrawal has firmly positioned Shigan Quantum Technologies as a leading entity within the OEM ecosystem.
Sharing the vision for building a self-reliant India, Mr. Agrawal has driven significant progress in forging global technology alliances to customize best-in-class products for Indian customers. Under his leadership, Shigan has achieved groundbreaking milestones in sustainable mobility, propelled by his commitment to the environment. In his constant endeavour to nation-building, Mr. Agrawal has been extensively driving employment opportunities and social initiatives for the community.
Beyond his business acumen, Mr. Agrawal actively engages with industry forums such as the Indian Auto LPG Coalition and various CNG associations. Through his participation, he serves as a vital link between industry professionals and government authorities, driving collaborative efforts to elevate the sector to new heights.
Furthermore, as a chartered accountant by profession, Mr. Agrawal serves as the financial cornerstone of the Shigan group, ensuring its stability and growth.
Managing Director
Mr. Gagan Agrawal is a dynamic leader in the automobile space, serving as the Joint Managing Director at Shigan Quantum Technologies. With a background in engineering and a deep commitment to technological advancement, Mr. Agrawal has been instrumental in driving innovation and localizing cutting-edge technologies at Shigan. He has led several groundbreaking initiatives in the Indian auto sector, including the introduction of the first hydrogen bus and LPG genset, and injection systems in buses, among other milestones.
Mr. Agrawal is driven by his passion and commitment to building a sustainable future. He actively collaborates with the Indian OEM industry stakeholders, fulfilling their evolving needs through innovative product solutions. His vision extends beyond mobility solutions, aiming to broaden the ambit of clean energy through technology.
As a collaborative leader committed to inclusive growth, Mr. Agrawal inspires and empowers his team to pursue excellence in their endeavours.
Mr. Agrawal is actively involved in shaping the industry narratives through regular participation in government committees and industry associations focused on automobile sector such as CMVR (Central Motor Vehicle Rules) Committee, SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers), and ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association).
Director
Mr. Balraj Bhanot holds a degree in Engineering and completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Management and an MBA from the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi. He is a former Director of the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), Pune, and previously served as Deputy Director General in the Department of Heavy Industry, Government of India.
He has played a pivotal role in the formulation and implementation of automotive safety and emission regulations in India and has produced numerous reports in automotive field. He has chaired key committees of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), including the Transport Engineering Division Council, and currently chairs TED 28 (Intelligent Transport Systems) and TED 31 (vehicle inspection & certification).
Mr. Bhanot has advised organizations such as the World Bank, DIMTS, ADB, and IL & FS and has contributed to major national initiatives including vehicle inspection systems and high-security registration plates. He is a recipient of the IRTE & Prince Michael International Road Safety Award, SAE International Award, Golden Peacock Award, and the SAE India Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award.
Director
Mr. Vijay Lal Toshavda is a graduate in Engineering from Pusa Polytechnic, New Delhi. He joined Director General Posts & Telegraphs (DGP&T) as JE Electrical in the year 1979. In 1981, he joined Punjab & National Bank (‘PNB’) as Officer (Industry) and after a long and illustrious career with the PNB, retired in 2018 as Senior Manager (Industry).
In a career spanning over four decades, Mr. Toshavda has also served as Pension Trustee on the Board of PNB. He has been Circle Secretary South Delhi and Vice President in All India Punjab National Bank Officers & Association and has served PNB in different capacities all over India. He has also been honoured with various awards and recognitions and has a wealth of experience from the thirty years he spent with the PNB.
Director
Ms. Shubhangi Agarwal is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Delhi.
She is a Consultant and Advisor in Corporate Laws with over nine years of professional experience, including two years of corporate exposure as a Company Secretary in employment. She has the ability to understand management concerns in relation to business operations and advise on legal and regulatory compliance.
Her experience spans secretarial practice, legal compliance monitoring systems, and intellectual property rights (IPR). She specializes in handling complex corporate law assignments and has extensive exposure in dealing with regulatory authorities such as the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Regional Director (RD), National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Official Liquidator (OL), Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Revenue Department, and other judicial authorities.
She is actively involved in legal compliances, including drafting, pleadings, and appearances before statutory and quasi judicial authorities, including NCLT, and contributes to team building and client service initiatives.
Director
Mr. Prashant K. Banerjee is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (FIMechE). He is currently working as Executive Director at the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and brings over 36 years of extensive experience in automotive engineering and regulatory affairs, with prior roles at Tata Motors, Daewoo Motors, DCM Toyota, and IIT
Bombay. At SIAM, he focuses on supporting the sustainable development of the Indian automobile industry.
He has represented India at United Nations forums for over two decades and chairs India’s GRSG at UNECE, focusing on vehicle construction and alternative fuel safety (CNG, LNG, and hydrogen). He has held diverse engineering leadership roles, including serving as vehicle platform Chief Engineer for major car programs, overseeing product conceptualisation, design, development, validation, localisation, and vendor management to deliver complete vehicle platforms.
He represents Indian Auto Industry association in Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Transport Engineering Division Committee (TEDC), Central Motor Vehicles Rules Technical Standing Committee (CMVR-TSC), Standing Committee on Emissions (SCOE), Automotive Industry Standards Committee (AISC) and World Manufacturers Technical Committee (OICA-TC), and serves on the National Green Hydrogen Safety Panel
constituted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Mr. Banerjee has authored over 30 national and international technical papers and led major vehicle programs, including India’s first OEM-certified CNG and LPG vehicles. He is a recipient of Brazil’s “Order of Rio Branco” for his excellent contributions to Bioenergy and currently serves as Co-Chair of the Indo-US Industry Task Force on Hydrogen.