Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC), a state-owned enterprise, has announced a change in its Board of Directors. The company informed the stock exchanges on January 27, 2026, about the appointment of a senior bureaucrat as a Director.
Key Details of the Appointment:
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Appointee: Shri Sandeep Kumar, IAS
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Role: Director (Non-Executive / Non-Independent) on the Board of GMDC.
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Effective Date: January 22, 2026
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Appointing Authority: The appointment was made pursuant to an office order issued by the Government of Gujarat. Shri Sandeep Kumar replaces Ms. Arti Kanwar, IAS.
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Current Role: Shri Sandeep Kumar is currently serving as the Secretary (Economic Affairs) in the Finance Department of the Government of Gujarat.
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Next Steps: The appointment is subject to approval by the shareholders of GMDC at a subsequent general meeting.
Profile of the New Director:
Shri Sandeep Kumar is a senior officer of the All India Services with over 20 years of experience in public administration. His career spans key departments including Agriculture, Home, and the power sector. His expertise covers urban development, law & order, energy, land revenue, and rural development.
This appointment represents a strategic linkage between GMDC, a major player in mineral development, and the state's economic and financial planning machinery, potentially aligning the company's operations with broader state economic objectives.