MMTC Limited has announced the appointment of Shri Asit Gopal as a Government Nominee Director to its Board, effective January 27, 2026. This appointment follows an office order from the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Shri Gopal brings over three decades of experience in public administration, finance and other key areas, to the board.
Director Appointment
Shri Asit Gopal (DIN 08542184) has been appointed as a Government Nominee Director on the Board of MMTC Limited with effect from January 27, 2026. This appointment is pursuant to an office order dated January 19, 2026, from the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.
Professional Background
Shri Asit Gopal is a senior Indian Government officer, aged 59 years, with extensive experience spanning over three decades. His expertise includes public administration, finance, tribal affairs, vigilance, education, sanitation, and forest management. He holds a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT Bombay, as well as postgraduate qualifications in Wildlife Management, Public Policy & Management, and an MBA. Previously, he served as Special Secretary & Financial Advisor in the Ministry of Textiles.
Additional Roles
In addition to his role in the Ministry of Textiles, Shri Asit Gopal held additional charges in various Ministries, including Food Processing Industries, Development of North Eastern Region, Commerce & Industry, Heavy Industry, and MSME, all under the Government of India.
Source: BSE
