Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GNFC) announced the appointment of Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS (DIN: 07161855), as an Additional Director to its Board, effective February 10, 2026. This appointment followed the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. Dr. Kumar brings extensive administrative and policy experience, having served in senior roles within the Government of India and the World Bank. His tenure is subject to shareholder approval.
Board Reshuffle: New Additional Director Joins GNFC
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GNFC) has formally informed the stock exchanges regarding a significant change in its Board of Directors. Effective February 10, 2026, the Board has appointed Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS (DIN: 07161855), as an Additional Director.
This decision was made today during the Board meeting, based on the recommendation put forth by the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. The Company confirmed that Dr. Kumar is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any regulatory authority.
The appointment is provisional, as it will be subject to the subsequent approval of the Shareholders of the Company.
Profile Highlights: Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS
Dr. Rajender Kumar is an officer of the 2004-batch of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), belonging to the Gujarat Cadre, and holds a B.A.M.S. degree.
Key Experience in Public Administration
- He possesses over two decades of experience in public administration, public policy, and development economics.
- He previously served as District Development Officer for Bharuch and Ahmedabad, and as Collector & District Magistrate for Rajkot and Surat, focusing on improving service delivery, education, sanitation, and disaster management.
Policy Formulation and Strategic Leadership
Between 2016 and 2021, Dr. Kumar served at policy formulation levels in the Government of India. As a Director to the Prime Minister of India (PMO), he was instrumental in developing flagship programs such as Swachh Bharat Mission, AMRUT Mission, Smart Cities Mission, PMAY, and Ayushman Bharat. He was also deeply involved in the formulation of the National Education Policy 2020.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, he served as the sectoral officer in-charge of health in the PMO, helping shape India’s pandemic and vaccine strategy.
International Representation
From 2021 to 2024, Dr. Kumar served on the Board of the World Bank as an Advisor to the Executive Director representing India and neighboring countries. He also acted as a Council Member of the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
Recent Government Roles
In July 2024, he was appointed as Secretary to the Government of Gujarat, heading the Departments of Tourism and Civil Aviation. Since January 2026, he has been posted as Commissioner of Transport, Government of Gujarat, and is also holding the charge of MD, GSFC.
Disclosure Summary
The disclosure confirms that there are no relationships between directors to report in the case of this appointment.
Source: BSE
