S. Sakthimani assumes additional charge as Director (Technical)
The Department of Fertilizers has appointed S. Sakthimani, Chairman and Managing Director of Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited, to the additional charge of Director (Technical). The appointment is valid until August 31, 2026, or until further orders.

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The Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, has appointed S. Sakthimani to the additional charge of Director (Technical) at fertilisers & chemical travancore . Sakthimani, who currently serves as the Chairman and Managing Director, will hold this position until August 31, 2026, or until a regular incumbent assumes charge, whichever is earlier.
The appointment was communicated via an order dated June 17, 2026, bearing reference number 86/1/2017-HR-I-Part (1) (E. 32029). The company informed the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. regarding this development in compliance with Regulation 30 and Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
| Appointee | Role | DIN | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| S. Sakthimani | Director (Technical) | 07482308 | Until August 31, 2026 |
Sakthimani continues to serve as the Chairman and Managing Director while undertaking the additional technical responsibilities. The filing was submitted by Susan Abraham, the Company Secretary of The Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for Fertilisers & Chemical Travancore
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -7.19% | -0.49% | +2.22% | +4.08% | -13.39% | +514.27% |
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