MSTC Limited has announced the appointment of Ms. Santosh as a Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective August 7, 2026. Ms. Santosh, a Statistical Adviser from the Ministry of Steel, brings over 25 years of public administration experience. She replaces Ms. Sudershan Mendiratta. Ms. Santosh is not related to any company director or key personnel and is not debarred from holding office.
Board Appointment Notification
MSTC Limited has officially notified the stock exchanges regarding a new appointment to its Board of Directors. Ms. Santosh has been appointed as the Government Nominee Director, effective from August 7, 2026. This appointment is a direct result of an order from the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, and will be in effect until further notice.
Profile of New Director
Ms. Santosh, holding DIN 09519383, is a Statistical Adviser at the Ministry of Steel. She is an officer of the Indian Statistical Services (ISS) from the 1999 batch, with more than 25 years of experience in public administration. She holds a Post Graduate degree with an M.Sc. in Statistics. Her career includes significant roles such as Deputy Director General at the Ministry of Coal and positions within NITI Aayog. Ms. Santosh has prior board experience, having served on the boards of Central Coalfields Limited, Eastern Coalfields Limited, and Singareni Collieries Company Limited.
Previous Director and Compliance
Ms. Santosh’s appointment fills the vacancy left by Ms. Sudershan Mendiratta, the former Ex-Joint Secretary from the Ministry of Steel. Ms. Mendiratta ceased to be a director effective August 6, 2026. The company has confirmed that Ms. Santosh has no relationship with any existing Director or Key Managerial Personnel of MSTC Limited, nor is she debarred by any order from SEBI or any other authority from holding such a position. A brief profile of Ms. Santosh has been provided for informational purposes.
Source: BSE
