New Delhi: Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced the appointment of Anupam Misra as its new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) with effect from July 1, 2026.
He succeeds Sanjiv Kumar Singh, who superannuated on June 30, 2026, and ceased to hold the position of CMD.
Tenure and Appointment Details
Anupam Misra’s appointment has been approved by the Ministry of Mines under Order No. Met3-10/3/2025 METAL III. He will serve as CMD of the Miniratna Central Public Sector Enterprise until February 28, 2030, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
The company has confirmed that he is not related to any board members or key managerial personnel and is not debarred by SEBI.
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Professional Background of Anupam Misra
Misra brings over 33 years of extensive experience in marketing, international trade, and business development across multiple sectors, including:
- Industrial raw materials
- Metals and minerals
- Chemicals
- Agro-commodities
- Engineering goods
- Project-based business solutions
He is widely recognized for his expertise in structuring complex B2B transactions from concept to execution.
Strong Academic Credentials
Misra is a highly qualified management professional with a strong academic background:
- B.Tech (Hons.) in Civil Engineering from IIT Kharagpur
- PGDM from IIM Lucknow
- General Management for Shipping Programme from IIM Ahmedabad
- One-year International Business Programme from IIM Kolkata
His academic and professional experience positions him as a seasoned leader in the public sector domain.
Career Experience Across PSUs
Before joining Hindustan Copper Limited, Misra served as Director (Marketing) at Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT Limited) from July 2020 to June 2026.
During his tenure at FACT, he:
- Strengthened distribution networks
- Expanded market reach and product portfolio
- Enhanced business operations, including imported fertilisers
He also held additional charge as CMD of FACT for a brief period from January 5 to February 2, 2026.
Earlier, he served as Director (Marketing) at PEC Limited under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry and as General Manager (Marketing) at State Trading Corporation of India, gaining nearly a decade of board-level experience in Central Public Sector Enterprises.
Expertise in International Trade and Business Development
Misra is known for his strong capabilities in:
- International trading operations
- Market expansion strategies
- Structuring large-scale commercial transactions
- Developing new business solutions in B2B sectors
His leadership is expected to strengthen Hindustan Copper Limited’s strategic growth and operational efficiency.
About Hindustan Copper Limited
Hindustan Copper Limited (Hindustan Copper Limited) is a Government of India-owned Miniratna company engaged in copper mining, beneficiation, smelting, and refining. The company plays a key role in meeting India’s domestic copper demand and contributes significantly to the country’s mining and metals sector.
