Praveen Sharma is Director of Mining at Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), bringing over 33 years of experience in mechanised underground mining operations across the Vedanta Group. A mining engineer by training, he holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining from MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, and has built his career specialising in lead-zinc and copper underground operations.

Prior to joining KCM, Praveen served as Senior Vice President and Chief of Centre of Excellence (Mines) at Hindustan Zinc Limited, where he advanced mining innovation, operational efficiency and best practices across multiple underground operations. His extensive career within the Vedanta Group includes senior leadership roles across Hindustan Zinc’s operations, where he consistently drove operational excellence and technological advancement in underground mining.

At KCM, Praveen leads critical mining operations and has played a pivotal role in major infrastructure investments, including the historic $700 million underground development programme at Konkola Mine. Recognised as a thought leader in the mining industry, he has received the MGMI Award of Excellence for Non-Coal Mining and is an active member of the Mining Engineers’ Association of India (MEAI). His leadership focuses on safety, innovation and sustainable mining practices that position KCM for long-term success.