Kolkata: In a key leadership development at Coal India Limited (CIL), two senior officials — Mr. Goutam Banerjee and Mr. Sanjay Srivastava — have been promoted and designated as Executive Directors, marking their elevation to the highest echelons of the public sector coal major.
As per the announcement, Goutam Banerjee has assumed the role of Executive Director (Human Resource), while Sanjay Srivastava has been appointed as Executive Director (Finance). These appointments place them in the cadre of Senior Management Personnel, just one level below the Board of Directors at Coal India Limited.
Goutam Banerjee – Executive Director (HR)
Mr. Goutam Banerjee, 59, brings over 31 years of extensive experience in human resource management and industrial relations. A Post Graduate Diploma holder in Personnel Management from the prestigious XISS (Xavier Institute of Social Service), he joined CIL on 29th June 1994, steadily rising through the ranks in HR leadership roles across the organization.
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Sanjay Srivastava – Executive Director (Finance)
Mr. Sanjay Srivastava, 56, is a seasoned finance professional and an Associate Member of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India. Having joined Coal India in January 1991, he has served in various strategic finance roles spanning mining sites and corporate headquarters. His appointment as ED (Finance) signals a strong continuity in CIL’s financial leadership.
Strengthening Leadership at Coal India
These promotions come at a time when Coal India is driving modernization, digitalization, and productivity-enhancing reforms across its operations. Elevating seasoned insiders to strategic roles reflects the company’s focus on stability, institutional knowledge, and internal talent development.
With these appointments, Coal India further reinforces its commitment to professional leadership, aligning with the company’s long-term vision of energy security, operational excellence, and public sector efficiency.
About Coal India Ltd
Coal India Ltd., headquartered in Kolkata, is India’s largest coal-producing company and a Maharatna PSU. Established in 1975, CIL plays a pivotal role in ensuring energy security, promoting sustainable mining, and contributing to national economic growth.
