Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited has disclosed the extension of additional charge for a key directorial position under SEBI regulatory compliance requirements. The government-owned telecommunications company informed stock exchanges about the continuation of interim leadership arrangements for its Human Resources and Employee Benefits division.

Extension Details and Timeline

The Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has extended the additional charge of the Director (HR & EB) post at MTNL assigned to Dr Kalyan Sagar Nippani for three months. The extension covers the period from January 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026, or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.

Regulatory Framework and Approvals

The extension follows the Department of Telecommunications' earlier order dated September 30, 2025, and represents a continuation of interim leadership arrangements. The appointment remains subject to approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), maintaining proper governmental oversight protocols.

The decision was made to ensure the Director (HR & EB) position at MTNL does not remain vacant, providing operational continuity for the company's human resources and employee benefits functions. The order was issued with approval from the Hon'ble Minister of Communications.

Compensation and Terms

During the extended period of holding additional charge, Dr Kalyan Sagar Nippani will not receive any additional remuneration beyond his current compensation as Director (HR) at BSNL. This arrangement maintains cost efficiency while ensuring necessary leadership coverage for MTNL's HR operations.

Compliance and Disclosure

MTNL disclosed this information to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, which mandates disclosure of material events and information. The company's communication was signed by Company Secretary Ratan Mani Sumit and filed on January 2, 2026.

This extension ensures continuity in MTNL's senior management structure while the company maintains its operational functions under government oversight and regulatory compliance requirements.

According to ET Now coverage, the government is reportedly considering providing additional financial support to BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited). This development emerged in coverage related to Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (MTNL).

Government Support Initiative

The report suggests that authorities are exploring ways to provide enhanced financial assistance to the state-owned telecommunications company. However, specific details regarding the proposed support package remain undisclosed.

Industry Context

Both BSNL and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam operate as government-owned telecommunications service providers in India's telecom sector. The companies have faced various operational and financial challenges in the competitive telecommunications market.

Further details about the scope, timeline, and specific nature of the proposed financial support are expected to emerge as the government's plans develop.