Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) has officially appointed Shri Ajit Kumar Panda as its new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). He assumes charge on August 1, 2026, following the superannuation of the previous incumbent, Shri Sanjay Swarup, on July 31, 2026. Shri Panda’s appointment is for a tenure up to August 31, 2028, or until further orders. The company also confirmed he has not been debarred from holding directorships by any authority.
Leadership Transition at CONCOR
Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) has announced the official takeover of charge for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) by Shri Ajit Kumar Panda. This transition took effect on August 1, 2026.
Appointment Details
The Ministry of Railways, Government of India, had previously communicated the order for Shri Ajit Kumar Panda’s appointment. Subsequently, the CONCOR Board of Directors confirmed his appointment as CMD. His tenure is set to last from the date of assumption of charge, on or after August 1, 2026, until August 31, 2028, or until further orders, whichever comes earlier. This appointment follows the superannuation of the former CMD, Shri Sanjay Swarup, on July 31, 2026.
Compliance and Governance
In compliance with SEBI regulations and upon confirmation from Shri Ajit Kumar Panda, it has been verified that he has not been debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or any other relevant authority. The document includes an updated list of the Board of Directors and Shri Panda’s brief profile for record.
Source: BSE
