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Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha Appointed as Additional Charge CMD of NLC India Limited

Newsmantra — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:01:14 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, IAS, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has been officially entrusted with the additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NLC India Limited (NLCIL). A distinguished officer of the Indian Administrative Service, Shri Jha brings a wealth of administrative expertise and an in-depth understanding of the coal and energy sectors to his new role. His extensive background in strategic planning, policy formulation, and governance is expected to significantly drive NLCIL’s continuous transformation into a highly diversified energy leader with expanding operations spanning mining, thermal power generation, and renewable energy.

The Board of Directors, employees, and stakeholders of NLC India Limited have warmly welcomed Shri Jha at a critical juncture as the company pursues an ambitious, nationwide growth roadmap under implementation. Under his guided leadership, the company remains highly confident in accelerating its key strategic initiatives, including digital transformation, capacity expansion, operational efficiency, and a stronger push into clean, renewable energy. With his rich governance background steering the organization, NLCIL is well-positioned to achieve higher benchmarks of operational excellence and sustainable growth, contributing meaningfully to the future of India’s energy security.

Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohanty Assumes Additional Charge as CMD of IREDA

Newsmantra — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:50:58 +0000

NEW DELHI. Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohanty, Director (Finance) of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA), has assumed the additional charge of Chairman & Managing Director (CMD). The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy has entrusted him with the responsibility for a period of three months, or until a regular CMD is appointed or further orders are issued, whichever is earlier. He succeeds Pradip Kumar Das, who retired as CMD on June 30.

Dr. Mohanty has been serving as Director (Finance) since October 2023 and as Chief Financial Officer of IREDA shortly thereafter. With over 27 years of experience in the renewable energy and power sectors, he has held key positions at IREDA, REC Limited, REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), CESCO, and GRIDCO. A highly qualified finance professional, he holds multiple postgraduate degrees, a law degree, and a Ph.D. in Commerce, and is widely recognised for his expertise in project financing, renewable energy, and power sector development.

Akhilesh Pathak Selected by PESB for Director (Projects) Role at Power Grid

Newsmantra — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:56:01 +0000

The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Shri Akhilesh Pathak for the position of Director (Projects) at the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL).Shri Pathak, who currently holds the position of Executive Director (Project Management) at Power Grid, was chosen from a competitive pool of 12 high-ranking officials from various central public sector enterprises and government bodies.

Selection Process Initiated for SJVN and NTPC Green Energy Chiefs

Newsmantra — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:25:28 +0000

The Public Enterprises Selection Board has officially opened the selection process for two top leadership positions in India’s energy sector. Applications are now being invited for the post of Chairman and Managing Director of SJVN, alongside the Managing Director role at NTPC Green Energy. This dual recruitment drive signals a significant leadership transition aimed at steering both public sector undertakings through India’s evolving clean energy landscape.

NEEPCO to have new Managing Director

Newsmantra — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:37:34 +0000

NEW DELHI. Govt has assigned the additional charge of Managing Director of NEEPCO to Shri K. Shanmugha Subdram, Director ( Project) NTPC Limited.

SECL CMD Harish Duhan Given Additional Charge of WCL CMD

Newsmantra — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:54:21 +0000

NAGPUR. Govt of India has assigned Shri Harish Duhan, CMD of South Eastern Coalfields Limited, the additional charge of cMD of Western Coalfields Limited. The additional responsibility will be effective from February 1, 2026, for an initial period of three months or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Shri Duhan has been serving as CMD of SECL since March 27, 2025, and has over 34 years of experience in the coal mining sector. Under his leadership, SECL has made notable progress in land acquisition, sustainable mining practices, quality coal production and women empowerment. He played a key role in introducing paste-fill technology in underground mines, expanding project land availability, and promoting inclusive workplaces. A mining engineering graduate from Nagpur University, Shri Duhan began his career with WCL in 1989 and has held several senior technical and managerial positions across Coal India subsidiaries.