Coal India Limited has announced the appointment of Smt. Sona Kumari (DIN-11835630) as a Non-Official Independent Director on the Board of its wholly owned subsidiary, Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL). This appointment, effective from the date of notification, follows a communication from the Ministry of Coal and will continue until her tenure on the Coal India Limited board concludes or further orders are issued.
Governance Update for Subsidiary
Coal India Limited (CIL) has informed stakeholders about a significant governance development within one of its key subsidiaries. Ministry of Coal, through a letter dated 17th September, 2026, has officially appointed Smt. Sona Kumari (DIN-11835630) as a Non-Official Independent Director to the Board of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL).
Appointment Details and Tenure
Northern Coalfields Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited. Smt. Sona Kumari’s appointment is effective from the date of notification of her appointment. Her tenure as a Non-Official Independent Director on the NCL Board will be in effect until the conclusion of her tenure on the Board of Coal India Limited, or until further orders are issued, whichever comes earlier. This appointment is crucial for strengthening the independent oversight and strategic direction at NCL.
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