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A. Robert J. Ravi Gets Three-Month Extension as CMD of BSNL & MTNL Till October 2025 – Details Inside

Department of Telecommunications Extends Additional Charge Until October 14, 2025
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New Delhi: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has extended the additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) for both Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) to Mr Ravi A. Robert J. Ravi, Deputy Director General (DDG), DoT. The extension is valid for a period of three months, from July 15 to October 14, 2025, or until a regular appointee assumes charge, whichever is earlier.

This extension has been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and communicated officially via DoPT ACC communication No. 24/01/2019-EO(ACC).

No Additional Remuneration During Extended Tenure

As per the official order, Ravi A. Robert J. Ravi will not receive any additional remuneration for holding these concurrent positions. The continuation of his responsibilities is aimed at ensuring administrative continuity in both BSNL and MTNL, two key state-owned telecom service providers that are undergoing operational and financial restructuring.

Read Also: MTNL Defaults on ₹8,585 Cr Bank Loans from Seven PSU Banks; Debt Soars to ₹34,484 Cr

Also Holds Additional Charge as CMD of BBNL

In addition to BSNL and MTNL, Ravi also continues to hold additional charge of CMD for Bharat Broadband Network Limited (BBNL), further consolidating his leadership role across three major public sector undertakings under the telecom ministry.

His responsibilities include overseeing the ongoing telecom infrastructure modernization efforts, financial consolidation, and policy alignment with the Digital India and BharatNet initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance with SEBI Norms

Following the extension, MTNL formally notified both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This ensures transparency and regulatory compliance in corporate governance practices.

Read Also: Govt Clarifies No Loss to BSNL from RJIL; CAG’s Rs 1,757 Cr Loss Estimate Based on Clause Misinterpretation

About MTNL

MTNL, though once a key telecom provider in metro cities, has faced declining revenues and increased competition, and is currently operating in close coordination with BSNL as part of the government’s efforts to revive public sector telecom units.

About BSNL

BSNL, or Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, is a state-owned telecommunications company headquartered in New Delhi, India. It was established on October 1, 2000, and provides a wide range of telecom services, including mobile voice and internet, through its nationwide network. BSNL is a major player in India’s telecommunications sector, particularly in wireline services.


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