STC India Appoints Shri A K M Kashyap as Government Nominee Director
State Trading Corporation appoints Shri A.K.M. Kashyap, Deputy Director General (QA), as Government Nominee Director with effect from December 15, 2025.
NEW DELHI: The State Trading Corporation of India Limited (STC), a premier Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has announced the appointment of Shri A K M Kashyap as an Additional Director (Government Nominee Director) on its Board.
The appointment, which follows an official order from the Department of Commerce dated November 25, 2025, was approved by the Board of STC through a resolution by circulation on December 24, 2025. His tenure is effective retrospectively from December 15, 2025.
Profile of the New Director
Shri A K M Kashyap brings over three decades of experience in government service and quality assurance to the STC Board.
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Current Role: Deputy Director General (QA) in the Department of Commerce.
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Key Portfolios: Overseeing the AEG Wing, RTI Cell, and FT (State & Mineral Wing) since 2024.
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Professional Background: * Joined the DGS&D (Department of Supply) in 1994 as Assistant Director (Quality Assurance).
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Served as Director (Clothing) at the Headquarters of the Directorate General, NCC, from 2019 to early 2024.
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Promoted to Deputy Director in 2006 with extensive postings in major industrial hubs including Kolkata, Bhilai, and Delhi.
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Regulatory Compliance & Disclosure
In accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, STC has confirmed several key details regarding this change in directorship:
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Independence: Shri Kashyap is not related to any existing Director on the Board of the Company.
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Non-Debarment: He has not been debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or similar statutory authority.
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Shareholding: He holds nil equity shares in STC Limited.
About STC India
Founded in 1956, STC was historically a leading international trading house for the Government of India, managing the import and export of bulk commodities like sugar, pulses, and oils. While the company is currently functioning as a non-operative entity under the direction of the Ministry, the appointment of a Government Nominee Director ensures continued high-level administrative oversight and governance.
Key Appointment Summary
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Name: Shri A K M Kashyap
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Designation: Additional Director (Government Nominee Director)
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Effective Date: December 15, 2025
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Nominating Authority: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India
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Scrip Codes: STCINDIA (NSE) | 512531 (BSE)