New Delhi: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has informed the stock exchanges that the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has extended the additional charge of Director (Refineries) to Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) Mr. Sanjay Khanna.
The extension ensures continuity in the leadership of BPCL’s refining business until further decisions are taken regarding the position. The company disclosed the development to the BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Ministry Extends Additional Charge of Director (Refineries)
BPCL said the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has approved the continuation of the additional charge of Director (Refineries) with CMD Mr. Sanjay Khanna.
This is an extension of the arrangement that was first announced earlier this year. BPCL had initially informed the stock exchanges about the additional charge on April 16, 2026.
The latest extension was officially disclosed on July 30, 2026.
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CMD Sanjay Khanna to Continue Handling Dual Responsibilities
With the latest order, Sanjay Khanna will continue to perform both responsibilities simultaneously:
- Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), BPCL.
- Director (Refineries) (Additional Charge).
The arrangement enables the company to maintain uninterrupted leadership over its refining operations while ensuring strategic and operational continuity.
Such extensions are common in central public sector enterprises (CPSEs) until a regular full-time director is appointed or the government issues further instructions.
Stock Exchanges Informed Under SEBI Regulations
BPCL submitted the disclosure under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
The company notified:
- BSE (Scrip Code: 500547).
- NSE (Symbol: BPCL).
The regulatory filing was signed by V. Kala, Company Secretary of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited.
Extension Ensures Leadership Continuity
The continuation of the additional charge is expected to support seamless decision-making across BPCL’s refining business.
According to the company, the arrangement provides stability in leadership and helps maintain operational efficiency in one of BPCL’s most critical business segments.With Sanjay Khanna overseeing both the CMD and Director (Refineries) roles, the company is expected to benefit from integrated management and quicker execution of strategic initiatives related to refinery operations.
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas approved the extension to ensure that BPCL’s refining operations continue to function smoothly until further orders or a regular appointment is made.
Importance of the Director (Refineries) Role
The Director (Refineries) is responsible for overseeing BPCL’s refinery operations, production planning, operational efficiency, maintenance, safety standards and strategic development of the company’s refining business.The position plays a key role in ensuring uninterrupted fuel production while supporting BPCL’s long-term growth and energy security objectives.
About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited is a leading public sector enterprise in India’s oil and gas sector. It is engaged in refining, marketing, and distribution of petroleum products across the country and is committed to operational excellence, energy security, and sustainable development with a strong focus on safety and environmental responsibility.
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