Kolkata, June 7, 2026: The Calcutta Electric Dealers Association (CEDA) successfully hosted its 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Astor Hotel, Kolkata, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, traders, and corporate representatives from across the electrical sector.
The event was graced by Shri Dilip Ghosh, Cabinet Minister, Government of West Bengal, as the Chief Guest. Distinguished Guests of Honour included Shri Sunil Singhi, Chairman of the National Traders Welfare Board; Shri Santosh Pathak, Councillor of Ward No. 45; Shri Subhas Agarwala, CMD of Maithan Alloys Limited; and Shri Babiranjan Tripathi, Senior General Manager of KEI Industries Limited.
The AGM commenced with a welcome address by CEDA President Abhishek Verma, who highlighted the Association’s commitment to strengthening the electrical industry in West Bengal. Dignitaries were felicitated with shawls, mementos, and replicas of the Ram Mandir in recognition of their contributions.
Driving Industrial Growth in West Bengal
The Association reiterated its vision of fostering stronger collaboration between the state government and major electrical industry corporates to attract investments and position West Bengal as the “Electrical Capital of India.”
Awards Honour Industry Excellence
The ceremony recognized outstanding contributions to business and society through several prestigious awards:
- CEDA Ratan: Dr. B. N. Sinha (Founding Member)
- CEDA Samman: Shri Rajesh Goel
- Soni Devi Award: Shri Dharmendra Daga
- Kamla Devi Bardia Man of the Year Award: Shri Anil Kumar Singh
- Best Convenor Award: Shri Bipin Goel & Shri Ashish Agrawal
- CEDA Young Achiever Award (Business): Shri Vidarbha Jalan
- CEDA Young Achiever Award (Social Activities): Shri Vikas Rathi
- Best Chairman Award: Shri Satya Prakash Shaw
Industry Leaders in Attendance
The event witnessed participation from prominent industrialists and business leaders, including Madan Mohan Fomra (Cabcon India Ltd.), Vinay Rathi (Gloster Cables Ltd.), and Siddhartha Malu (Ra Procure), along with representatives from leading trade and business organizations.
New Executive Team Announced
Election Chairman H. K. Mishra announced the newly elected office-bearers for the 2026–27 term:
- President: Abhishek Verma
- Vice-President: Anil Kumar Singh
- General Secretary: Aditya Vikram Mohanka
- Treasurer: Arun Kothari
The event was efficiently anchored by Sanjay Singhi, while the formal proceedings concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Vice-President Sunil Kumar Singhi.
The AGM underscored CEDA’s growing role in promoting industrial development, strengthening trade-government collaboration, and advancing West Bengal’s position as a key hub for the electrical industry.
