Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GNFC) announced the appointment of Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS (DIN: 07161855), as an Additional Director on its Board. The decision was based on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee during a meeting held on February 10, 2026. Dr. Kumar’s appointment is provisional, subject to shareholder approval. His extensive background includes significant policy work in the PMO and service at the World Bank.
Board Changes at GNFC
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GNFC) has formally notified the stock exchanges regarding a change in its directorate. Effective February 10, 2026, the Board of Directors approved the appointment of Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS (DIN: 07161855), as an Additional Director. This change follows a recommendation from the Nomination & Remuneration Committee.
The company confirmed that Dr. Rajender Kumar is not currently debarred from holding a directorial position by any regulatory authority. His appointment is subject to the subsequent approval of the shareholders of the Company.
Profile of Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS
Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS, is a 2004-batch officer of the Indian Administrative Service, Gujarat Cadre, holding a B.A.M.S. degree. His experience spans over two decades in public administration and policy development.
Key Career Highlights:
- Served as District Development Officer and Collector & District Magistrate for districts including Rajkot and Surat, focusing on public service delivery and disaster management.
- From 2016 to 2021, he held strategic roles in the Government of India, serving as Director to the Prime Minister of India (PMO). He was instrumental in flagship programs such as Swachh Bharat Mission, AMRUT Mission, Smart Cities Mission, and PMAY, and was closely involved in the Formulation of National Education Policy 2020.
- During the Covid-19 pandemic, he served as the sectoral officer in-charge of health in the PMO, coordinating the national response strategy and India’s vaccine strategy.
- From 2021 to 2024, he served as an Advisor to the Executive Director for India at the World Bank and as a Council Member of the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
- In July 2024, he was appointed Secretary to the Government of Gujarat, overseeing Tourism and Civil Aviation.
- Since January 2026, he has been posted as Commissioner of Transport, Government of Gujarat, and is currently holding the charge of MD, GSFC.
The disclosure confirms there are no disclosed relationships between Dr. Kumar and existing directors, and his profile details are attached as Annexure – B for reference.
Source: BSE
