New Delhi: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Dr. SVS Narayana Murthy as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI), a key public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Defence.
Dr. Murthy’s selection follows a proposal from the Department of Defence Production, reflecting his extensive experience and contributions in the field of advanced materials and propulsion systems.
From ISRO to MIDHANI: A Strategic Transition
Dr. Murthy currently serves as General Manager in the Materials Development and Production Group at the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He will assume charge at MIDHANI from the date he takes over the post, and will serve until his superannuation or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.
About MIDHANI
MIDHANI is a premier public sector undertaking that plays a vital role in India’s strategic sector manufacturing, specializing in the development and production of high-performance metals, alloys, and materials for applications in defence, space, and energy.
Under Dr. Murthy’s leadership, MIDHANI is expected to further strengthen its R&D capabilities, manufacturing excellence, and contributions to India’s self-reliance in critical materials.
