GUWAHATI: An alumnus of the Government Boys Higher Secondary School in Tezpur, has achieved a remarkable feat by ascending to a prominent global position as the head of global communications and public affairs at RHI Magnesita, headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
Having served as the lead for communications and public affairs for the India, West Asia, and Africa region from the regional headquarters in Gurgaon for the past five years, Abhijit Kashyap Borah, now embraces a global leadership position based in Vienna.
In this capacity, he will oversee a team of communications experts stationed in Vienna and across continents, driving internal and external stakeholder communications, including digital platforms.
Furthermore, Borah will spearhead the company’s public affairs engagements with stakeholders such as the European Union, UNIDO, various governments, institutions, and industrial bodies, focusing on critical topics like sustainability, decarbonisation, and diversity.
Reflecting on his journey, Borah fondly reminisced about his humble beginnings in Tezpur, followed by his graduation in economics from Darrang College and Gauhati University.
His early interest in debating paved the way for numerous accolades in the field.
Transitioning from journalism, where he rubbed shoulders with industry stalwarts, to his first corporate stint as a PR executive with DS Group in 2007, Borah’s career trajectory has been marked by tenacity, perseverance, and continuous learning.
Despite studying in an Assamese medium school, Borah’s determination and diligence have transcended language barriers, underscoring the importance of patience, perseverance, honesty, hard work, and continuous learning as pillars of success.
RHI Magnesita, a global leader in refractory products, solutions, and technology, boasting an annual revenue of approximately Euro 3.6 billion (Rs 32,000 crore) and operations in 170 countries, serves as the backdrop for Borah’s illustrious career journey.
With over two decades of experience, including 15 years in corporate communication functions and five years in reporting and editorial capacities across national and regional media platforms, Borah brings a wealth of expertise to his new role.
