New Delhi: In a key administrative development, the Central Government has approved a two-year extension for the Chief Vigilance Officers (CVOs) of two major Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), ensuring continuity in vigilance oversight at critical organisations.
Extension of Tenure for Cochin Port Authority CVO
The Competent Authority has cleared the extension of Thillaivasan Prabhu (IOFS:2001), who serves as the CVO of Cochin Port Authority (CoPA), Kochi, for another two years beyond December 25, 2025.
His tenure will now continue from December 26, 2025, to December 25, 2027, or until further orders.
Prabhu originally assumed charge as CoPA CVO on December 25, 2022, following his initial appointment on November 25, 2022, for a three-year term. His extension underscores the government’s confidence in his expertise and leadership in vigilance and compliance matters.
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Extension of Tenure for Western Coalfields CVO
Similarly, the tenure of Ajay Madhukar Mhetre (ITS:1998), CVO of Western Coalfields Ltd. (WCL), Nagpur, has also been extended for two years beyond December 26, 2025. His extended term will be valid up to December 26, 2027, or until further orders.
Mhetre took charge on December 26, 2022, after being appointed on November 25, 2022, for an initial three-year term. The extension reflects the government’s recognition of his contribution to strengthening vigilance, integrity, and transparency in WCL operations.
Ensuring Vigilance and Continuity
The simultaneous extension of CVOs at both CoPA and WCL ensures continuity in internal vigilance, compliance, and anti-corruption initiatives at two strategically important public sector undertakings. The decision highlights the Centre’s emphasis on sustaining strong governance frameworks in PSUs critical to India’s industrial and maritime sectors.
About Western Coalfields Ltd. (WCL)
Western Coalfields Ltd. (WCL) is a prominent government-owned public sector undertaking engaged in the mining and production of coal. Headquartered in Nagpur, WCL plays a vital role in supplying coal to power plants, industries, and railways, contributing significantly to India’s energy security and industrial development.
About Cochin Port Authority (CoPA)
Cochin Port Authority (CoPA) is a major government-owned public sector undertaking responsible for managing and operating the port of Kochi, Kerala. It plays a vital role in facilitating maritime trade, cargo handling, and shipping logistics, contributing significantly to India’s coastal and international trade infrastructure.
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