Dr. Santanu Purohit, a distinguished professional with over 25 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, has been a driving force at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL). An engineering graduate, MBA, and PhD in Management, Dr. Purohit has contributed extensively across all facets of the retail business, with notable achievements in retail engineering and marketing. His expertise spans retail automation, cloud integration, technological innovation, and digital transformation. Among his groundbreaking initiatives is the conceptualization, design, and implementation of BPCL's "IRIS-Control & Command Centre," a testament to his vision and technical acumen.

Beyond his corporate contributions, Dr. Purohit brings six years of academic research experience at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Dehradun. His doctoral research explores service marketing, emphasizing the role of technology in enhancing operational efficiency and customer experiences in petro retail. With over 30 research papers published in esteemed national and international journals & books, he has earned accolades including the "International Scientist Award on Engineering, Science, and Medicine" for Best Researcher in 2022 and the "International Best Researcher Award" from ISSN International Science & Technology Awards for his work on leveraging IoT and AI in Indian petro retailing.

A sought-after speaker, Dr. Purohit has presented at prestigious forums such as India Energy Week, ADIPEC (UAE), and Future Energy Asia (Thailand), cementing his status as a thought leader in the intersection of energy, technology, and innovation.