RITES Limited has announced the appointment of Shri Vinod Kumar as a part-time Government Nominee Director on its Board. The appointment, effective February 25, 2026, follows approval from the Hon’ble President of India, conveyed via the Ministry of Railways. Shri Kumar currently serves as Executive Director (PU&W) at the Railway Board and brings over 25 years of experience with Indian Railways to the role, which is valid until he vacates his Railway Board post or until further orders.
Board Reshuffle: Government Nominee Director Appointed
RITES Limited has formally intimated the appointment of a new Government Nominee Director to its Board of Directors. This change follows an official communication from the Ministry of Railways dated February 25, 2026, confirming the approval of the Hon’ble President of India.
The newly appointed director is Shri Vinod Kumar (DIN: 03278897). He has been appointed as a part-time Government Nominee Director, effective from February 25, 2026. The tenure of his appointment will continue until he ceases to hold the post of EDME (PU&W) at the Railway Board, or until further formal notification, whichever occurs earlier.
Profile of the New Director
The accompanying disclosure details the extensive background of Shri Vinod Kumar. He is presently serving as the Executive Director (Production Units & Workshops) at the Railway Board.
- He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- He belongs to the Indian Railways Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) of the 1997 batch.
- He possesses over 25 years of rich and varied experience within the Indian Railways system.
- His prior experience includes deputation tenure at CONCOR and previous service on the Boards of two Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), BSCL and BCL, during the period spanning 2010-2014.
Compliance and Disclosure
RITES confirmed that Shri Vinod Kumar is not related to any other existing director on the Company’s Board. Furthermore, the company has taken necessary steps to complete all statutory formalities required concerning this new board engagement, ensuring full adherence to applicable corporate regulations.
Source: BSE
