New Delhi: Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has announced the appointment of Mr. Anand Shekhar Singh and Mr. Rajesh Davera as Non-Official Independent Directors on its Board. The appointments have been made by the Ministry of Coal with the approval of the President of India for a tenure of three years from the date of notification or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
The company also informed the stock exchanges that Director Identification Number (DIN) 11828075 has now been officially allotted to Mr. Rajesh Davera, completing the regulatory requirement following his appointment, which became effective on July 15, 2026.
DIN Allotted to Rajesh Davera Following Appointment
CMPDI stated that the allotment of DIN 11828075 to Mr. Rajesh Davera has now been completed. Earlier, the company had disclosed that the DIN allotment process was underway under SRN AC4629468.
The update was shared in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, along with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
Rajesh Davera Brings Nearly Four Decades of Financial Expertise
Mr. Rajesh Davera is a seasoned tax consultant, financial management professional, and corporate advisor with nearly 40 years of experience in taxation, finance, corporate advisory, internal audit, banking, regulatory compliance, and business administration.
He holds:
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
- Master of Commerce (M.Com.) from the University of Rajasthan
- Chartered Accountancy (Intermediate and Final Group II)
- MBA in Financial Management from The Global Open University
Since 1988, Davera has been the Sole Proprietor of Rajesh Davera & Company, where he has advised businesses on income tax, GST, VAT, banking, financial planning, and corporate compliance.
Between 2013 and 2018, he also served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Chandraudai Automobiles Private Limited, further strengthening his corporate leadership credentials.
Anand Shekhar Singh Adds Diverse Industry Experience
The second appointee, Mr. Anand Shekhar Singh (DIN: 02327730), brings more than 20 years of experience spanning education, pharmaceutical manufacturing, administration, and corporate governance.
His academic qualifications include:
- M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Moscow State Mining University
- MBA in Marketing from the Russian Academy of Economics
Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Babu Sunder Singh Education and Research Foundation and has been a Director at S K Meditech Private Limited since 2013.
His multidisciplinary experience is expected to contribute significantly to CMPDI’s governance and strategic decision-making.
Appointments Approved by Ministry of Coal
The Ministry of Coal made both appointments with the approval of the President of India.
According to the official notification, the directors will serve on the CMPDI Board for three years from the date of appointment or until further government orders.
The appointments are aimed at strengthening corporate governance, enhancing independent oversight, and bringing diversified expertise to the company’s board.
Focus on Stronger Governance and Strategic Oversight
With the induction of experienced professionals from finance, taxation, education, pharmaceuticals, and corporate management, CMPDI is expected to further strengthen its governance framework.
Independent directors play a crucial role in ensuring transparency, regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic guidance for public sector enterprises, supporting long-term sustainable growth.
About CMPDI
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited and serves as the country’s premier consultancy and engineering organization for the coal and mineral sector. The company provides services in mine planning, exploration, environmental management, engineering consultancy, coal quality monitoring, and advanced mining technologies, supporting India’s coal production and sustainable mining initiatives.
