Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) announced a significant change in leadership following its Board meeting on February 13, 2026. Shri. Shivakumar Subramaniam (DIN: 10784187) has been appointed as the new Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), effective immediately until July 31, 2030. Concurrently, the additional charge held by Ms. Nazhat J. Shaikh as acting CMD has ceased as of the same date.
Leadership Transition Approved by RCF Board
The Board of Directors of Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) convened on February 13, 2026, to finalize critical appointments for the company’s leadership. The meeting, which ran from 05:15 p.m. to 05:45 p.m., resulted in the formal approval of Shri. Shivakumar Subramaniam as the new Chairman & Managing Director (CMD).
Details of the New Appointment
The appointment of Shri. Shivakumar Subramaniam (DIN: 10784187) is effective from the date of assuming charge, which is February 13, 2026. His term is set to continue until his superannuation date of July 31, 2030, or until further directives are issued. This decision aligns with orders received from the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India, dated February 13, 2026.
Cessation of Additional Charge
Further to previous communications regarding the entrustment of additional responsibility, the Board confirmed that the additional charge held by Ms. Nazhat J. Shaikh (DIN: 07348075) as Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) has ceased with effect from February 13, 2026.
Profile of the New CMD
Shri. S. Shivakumar is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the fertilizer industry, spanning over 27 years. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and an MBA (Finance) and is a certified Costing Module-Consultant. His career at RCF began in 1998 as a Senior Officer (Finance). He has managed key areas including Treasury, Taxation, Corporate Accounts, Financial Strategy, Fertilizer Policy, and investment evaluations for projects and Joint Ventures.
It is confirmed that there is Nil disclosure regarding any relationships between the new director and other directors, or any barring orders from regulatory authorities.
Source: BSE
