Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) has announced that Cmde. Sujay Kapoor (Retd) has officially assumed the role of Director (Production) on the Board, effective March 06, 2026. This appointment follows the order conveyed by the Ministry of Defence. Cmde. Kapoor brings over three decades of experience from the Indian Navy, specializing in armament indigenisation, missile systems, and quality management implementation across defense production units.
BDL Announces New Director (Production) Appointment
Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has formally notified the stock exchanges regarding a key management change. Cmde. Sujay Kapoor (Retd), holding DIN:11520665, has assumed the charge as Director (Production) on the Board of BDL, effective March 06, 2026.
The basis for this assumption of charge is the order conveyed by the Ministry of Defence vide their letter dated February 04, 2026.
Profile of Cmde. Sujay Kapoor (Retd)
Cmde. Kapoor is a seasoned professional bringing extensive experience from his service in the Indian Navy, spanning over three decades. He is a Mechanical Engineer holding an MBA, an MSc, and an M Phil in Defence and Strategic Studies.
Key Expertise Areas:
- Instrumental role in the successful indigenisation of anti-submarine rockets, complex fuzes, and missile/torpedo explosive systems.
- Experience covers critical areas including Safety and Arming Mechanisms, Torpedo Decoys, Naval Mines, and Aircraft Power Cartridges, often in association with Ordnance Factories and DRDO labs.
- Successfully implemented robust Quality Management Systems in the supply chain at naval establishments and production agencies, including Ordnance Factories and MSMEs.
- Alumnus of the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, and Naval War College, Goa, combining operational expertise with strategic planning.
The company confirms that Cmde. Kapoor (Retd) is not debarred from holding office by virtue of any SEBI Order or other authority.
Compliance Details
The official communication referenced the prior intimation vide letter BDL/CS/2026/SE-05 dated February 05, 2026. The brief profile confirms no disclosure of relationships between directors is necessary, as the appointment is based on governmental directive.
Source: BSE
