Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) has announced the appointment of Ms. Meera Mohanty as a Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective September 17, 2026. This appointment follows the cessation of Shri Prakash Rajpurohit’s tenure in the same role. Ms. Mohanty, Joint Secretary (Personnel & Coordination) in the Ministry of Defence, brings a background in public administration and governance to MIDHANI’s board.
New Government Nominee Director Joins MIDHANI Board
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) has officially announced a change in its board composition with the appointment of Ms. Meera Mohanty as a Government Nominee Director. This appointment, effective from September 17, 2026, was made by the Ministry of Defence via an Office Memorandum. Ms. Mohanty currently serves as the Joint Secretary (Personnel & Coordination) within the Ministry, holding DIN 03379561.
Transition in Board Representation
The arrival of Ms. Mohanty signifies the conclusion of Shri Prakash Rajpurohit’s tenure as the Government Nominee Director on MIDHANI’s board. His role as JS (DIP) ceased with effect from September 17, 2026, aligning with the effective date of Ms. Mohanty’s appointment. This transition is a routine procedural update for government-appointed directors.
Ms. Mohanty’s Profile
Ms. Meera Mohanty is a member of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), belonging to the Himachal Pradesh cadre, batch of 2005. Her current role as Joint Secretary (P&C) in the Ministry of Defence, Department of Defence Production, precedes her appointment to MIDHANI. Previously, she held the position of Joint Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). Ms. Mohanty also serves as a Government Nominee Director on the Board of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).
Compliance and Disqualification Status
In accordance with regulatory requirements, MIDHANI has confirmed that Ms. Meera Mohanty (DIN: 03379561) is not debarred from holding a directorship by any SEBI order or other authority. She is also not disqualified from holding the office of Director pursuant to Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
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