Coal India Limited has appointed Mukesh Choudhary to the additional charge of Director (Human Resource) on its Board, effective July 28, 2026. The appointment was approved by the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, via letter dated July 24, 2026, and is valid for an initial period of three months or until the appointment of a regular incumbent, whichever occurs earlier. Choudhary, who currently serves as Director (Marketing), will assume these additional responsibilities while retaining his existing role.

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The company confirmed that Choudhary is not related to any other director on the Board and is not debarred from holding office by SEBI or any other authority. He holds 1,200 shares in Coal India Limited.

Appointment Details

Professional Background

Mukesh Choudhary brings extensive experience from the coal sector to this additional role. A Mechanical Engineering graduate from Engineering College Kota, he also holds a Master of Financial Analysis degree and an MBA. His career includes service on the boards of several government-owned coal entities, including Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, Singareni Collieries Company Limited, Northern Coal Fields Limited, Western Coal Fields Limited, Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited, National Thermal Power Corporation Limited, and South Eastern Coalfields Limited.

Currently, besides his role at Coal India Limited, Choudhary holds directorships in Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, Bharat Coking Coal Limited, and CIL Navikarniya Urja Limited. The Ministry of Coal’s approval underscores confidence in his ability to manage human resource functions alongside his marketing responsibilities during the interim period.

Coal India Limited announced that Dr. Vinay Ranjan has ceased to be a Director (Human Resource) on its Board effective July 28, 2026. The change in board composition follows a decision by the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) not to extend his tenure beyond July 27, 2026. This development marks the end of Dr. Ranjan’s term as a whole-time director responsible for human resource functions within the Maharatna public sector undertaking.

The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, formally communicated the ACC’s approval to Coal India Limited via letter No. 21/6/2020-ESTABLISHMENT dated July 15, 2026. The Under Secretary to the Government of India conveyed that Dr. Ranjan’s tenure would conclude after July 27, 2026, leading to his cessation from the Board the following day. This administrative action aligns with standard government protocols for the appointment and tenure management of directors in central public sector enterprises.

Dr. Vinay Ranjan, identified by DIN 03636743, served as the Director (Human Resource) for Coal India Limited. His exit is classified as a cessation in line with the order of the Ministry of Coal. The company disclosed these details to comply with regulatory requirements, ensuring transparency regarding changes in its key managerial personnel and board structure.

Regulatory Disclosures

Coal India Limited submitted this disclosure pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 and the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations 2015. The company also referenced SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024, which mandates specific disclosures regarding changes in board membership. The notice was signed by B. P. Dubey, Executive Director (Company Secretary) and Compliance Officer, on July 28, 2026.

The cessation of Dr. Ranjan does not immediately impact the operational continuity of the human resource department, as interim arrangements are typically managed by existing senior leadership until a successor is appointed. Shareholders and investors are advised to monitor future announcements from the Ministry of Coal or Coal India Limited regarding the appointment of a new Director (Human Resource).