Leadership Updates: Ghanshyam Das Gupta Recommended as Director (Mining) of Hindustan Copper Ltd by PESB

New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Ghanshyam Das Gupta for the post of Director (Mining) at Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a PSU under the Ministry of Mines. Gupta currently serves as Executive Director & Unit Head at HCL.

PESB Selection Process

Gupta’s name emerged from a competitive list of 11 candidates, including senior executives from Hindustan Copper Limited, NMDC Limited, NLC India Limited, and International Coal Ventures Limited (ICVL). The candidates were interviewed during the 5th PESB selection meeting of 2026 held on January 23.

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Appointment Subject to ACC Approval

The final appointment of Ghanshyam Das Gupta as Director (Mining) will require approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) along with other requisite clearances in line with government norms.

About Hindustan Copper Limited

Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) is India’s only vertically integrated copper producer and operates under the Ministry of Mines. The company is involved in exploration, mining, smelting, refining, and marketing of copper, contributing significantly to India’s metal and mining sector.

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