Coal India Executive Director (Contracts) Dr. Anjani Kumar relinquished his charge effective September 28, 2026. This change follows his appointment as Director (Tech) at Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Maharatna company.

The resignation was consequent upon the appointment order issued by the Section Officer, Ministry of Coal, vide letter No. 21/3/2026/Establishment dated September 28, 2026. The disclosure was made to the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Leadership transition details

Dr. Anjani Kumar's move to WCL marks a shift within the Coal India group structure. The appointment as Director (Tech) in the subsidiary company necessitated the relinquishment of his role at the parent entity.

The filing was signed by Bijay Prakash Dubey, Executive Director (Company Secretary) and Compliance Officer, on September 29, 2026. The communication also cited compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations 2015.

Coal India appointed Sona Kumari as a Non-Official Independent Director on the Board of Northern Coalfields Limited. The appointment takes effect from September 17, 2026.

The Ministry of Coal issued the notification on September 17, 2026. Kumari’s tenure will continue until her term as a Non-Official Director on the Coal India board ends or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Northern Coalfields Limited operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited. The company secretary for Coal India Limited confirmed the regulatory filing to both stock exchanges.

What the Numbers Show

This appointment reflects standard governance rotation within the Maharatna entity. The linkage between the parent and subsidiary boards ensures continuity in oversight without altering operational control structures.