Upma Goel

Upma Goel

Independent Director

Upma Goel is the Non-Executive, Independent Director of our Company. She brings over three decades of leadership experience across the BFSI sector, with deep expertise in corporate governance, capital markets, M&A’s, enterprise risk management, and regulatory compliance.

An Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) -certified Independent Director, Upma serves on the boards of several leading financial services organizations, including Religare Finvest Limited, Care Health Insurance Limited, StarAgri, and Farmers Fortune (India) Private Limited, where she provides strategic guidance and robust oversight.

Upma previously served as Group Chief Financial Officer of Piramal Enterprises Limited, where she led financial governance, capital allocation, and regulatory reporting, and played a pivotal role in the organization’s restructuring and integration initiatives. Prior to this, she was the Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, where she oversaw the bank’s IPO and its transition into a scheduled commercial bank. Earlier, she served as Group Deputy CFO at L&T Finance Holdings, contributing to strategic M&A and financial transformation initiatives.

A qualified Chartered Accountant, Upma holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Delhi. She has received several industry accolades, including recognition as one of India’s most impactful CFOs.

Knowledgewise

Types of Agricultural Loans in India: A Complete Guide for Farmers and Agri-Businesses
July 08, 2026

Types of Agricultural Loans in India: A Complete Guide for Farmers and Agri-Businesses

Access to timely finance has become one of the most important drivers of growth in Indian agriculture Whether it's purchasing quality seeds, investing in farm machinery, expanding storage infrastructure, or managing working capital after harvest, access to the right agricultural loan can significantly improve productivity and profitability This growing need for agricultural finance is...

Crop Loan vs Agri Business Loan: Understanding the Key Differences and Choosing the Right Finance
July 02, 2026

Crop Loan vs Agri Business Loan: Understanding the Key Differences and Choosing the Right Finance

Institutional credit to India's agriculture sector has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing need for timely and accessible finance across the agricultural value chain While crop loans remain essential for seasonal farming activities, financing requirements today extend far beyond cultivation, covering storage, processing, trade, exports and agri-enterprise growth Ask...