News ArticlePOWERGRID Names Shri Anupam Kumar as Government Nominee Director from November 6, 2026
Appointment approved by Board following Ministry of Power’s November 3, 2026 order; Term linked to superannuation or further directives
POWERGRID Limited appointed Shri Anupam Kumar, Joint Secretary at Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, as Government Nominee Director on its board effective 6th November 2026. This follows the Ministry of Power's order dated 3rd November 2026, designating him until superannuation or further orders. Shri Kumar’s extensive administrative career includes significant roles across district and state governance, now extending to POWERGRID's board representation.
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POWERGRID Limited appointed Shri Anupam Kumar as Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective November 6, 2026, pursuant to an order from the Ministry of Power dated November 3, 2026.
The appointment is effective from the date of allotment of DIN by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, November 6, 2026, and will continue until Shri Kumar's superannuation, any new appointment, or further orders.
Shri Kumar currently serves as Joint Secretary at the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and has a distinguished administrative career in Indian governance, including roles as District Magistrate in several districts and high-level positions in state administration.
The Board approved the appointment via circular resolution under Section 161(3) of the Companies Act, 2013. Shri Kumar is not related to any existing Directors or Key Managerial Personnel and has no prohibitions from holding office from SEBI or other authorities.
Highlights
- Appointment date: November 6, 2026, aligned with DIN allotment
- Appointed by Ministry of Power order dated November 3, 2026
- Term lasts until superannuation or further government orders
- Shri Anupam Kumar is Joint Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
- Board approved appointment by circular resolution
- No familial or regulatory disqualifications identified
Key Data Snapshot
What happened
- Shri Anupam Kumar appointed as Government Nominee Director on POWERGRID’s Board effective November 6, 2026.
- Appointment follows Ministry of Power’s order dated November 3, 2026.
- Board approved the appointment under Companies Act provisions by circular resolution.
Key details
- Shri Kumar’s term will last until superannuation, new appointment, or government orders.
- He is a senior IAS officer with extensive experience in district administration and government policy.
- No relationships with existing Directors or Key Managerial Personnel; no regulatory disqualifications.
Background and context
- Shri Kumar joined IAS in 2003, Bihar cadre, with distinguished service in roles including District Magistrate and Secretary positions.
- Currently Joint Secretary at Ministry of New and Renewable Energy since April 2026.
- His appointment strengthens government representation on POWERGRID’s Board.
Highlights
- Appointment date: November 6, 2026, aligned with DIN allotment
- Appointed by Ministry of Power order dated November 3, 2026
- Term lasts until superannuation or further government orders
- Shri Anupam Kumar is Joint Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
- Board approved appointment by circular resolution
- No familial or regulatory disqualifications identified
Disclosures
- Companies Act, 2013 Section 161(3)
- SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015 Regulation 30
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