Career Biography

Saswata Dhar is a highly accomplished and resourceful commercial lawyer and CXO-level executive with over 32 years of in-house corporate legal experience across diverse sectors. Expertise spans board advisory, governance, compliance, and creating stakeholder value.

With a proven track record leading organisations such as Hindustan Unilever, Vodafone India, Adani Enterprises, and currently Pidilite Industries, Saswata is recognised as a strategic business enabler and legal advisor, driving growth through robust governance and risk management frameworks.

He brings extensive experience in multi-jurisdictional legal operations across Asia, Africa, and GCC countries, with deep expertise in corporate transactions, restructuring, compliance, and dispute resolution including litigation and arbitration. Skilled in identifying and mitigating complex legal risks to ensure business continuity, profitability, and sustainable growth.