Mumbai: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil), a Government of India undertaking and Maharatna company, has appointed Dr. Alka Mundra as an Independent Director on its Board, effective August 15, 2026.
The appointment has been made in accordance with a letter issued by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MOP&NG) on August 12, 2026.
The appointment was disclosed by IndianOil under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Dr. Alka Mundra Appointed Independent Director
Dr. Alka Mundra, aged 52, brings a multidisciplinary academic and professional background covering Political Science, Law, Public Policy, Governance and Social Development.
Her appointment is expected to add diverse expertise to IndianOil’s Board, particularly in areas related to governance, public administration, social empowerment and community development.
Key Appointment Details
- Appointee: Dr. Alka Mundra
- Position: Independent Director
- Effective from: August 15, 2026
- Appointing authority: Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
- Disclosure: Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015
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Dr. Alka Mundra’s Academic Qualifications
Dr. Mundra has an academic background spanning political science and law.
Her qualifications include:
- Master’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
- LL.B. from Vidyapeeth, Udaipur
- Ph.D. in Political Science from Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur
Her academic and professional exposure covers education, social development, public policy and legal studies.
Expertise in Governance, Public Policy and Social Development
Dr. Mundra brings experience and knowledge across several areas relevant to public institutions and governance.
Her key areas of expertise include:
- Governance and public administration
- Public policy and institutional functioning
- Law and public institutions
- Social empowerment
- Community development
- Inclusive development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Women’s empowerment initiatives
Her multidisciplinary background provides an understanding of the relationship between law, public institutions, society and policy-making.
Focus on Women’s Empowerment and Inclusive Development
Dr. Mundra is also actively associated with initiatives related to women’s empowerment and social development.
Her professional and academic exposure enables her to contribute perspectives on social issues, inclusive development and stakeholder engagement.
Her experience is expected to bring additional diversity to discussions concerning public institutions and their role in social and community development.
No Conflict or Regulatory Disqualification Reported
IndianOil has confirmed that Dr. Mundra is not related to any other Director of the company.
The company has also stated that she is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any order of SEBI or any other authority.
The appointment follows the direction communicated by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas and is effective from August 15, 2026.
About IndianOil
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is a Maharatna public sector undertaking (PSU) under the Government of India and one of the country’s largest energy companies. The company operates across refining, fuel marketing, pipelines, natural gas, and LPG distribution sectors. With a widespread network across India, Indian Oil plays a major role in meeting the nation’s energy needs while supporting initiatives focused on sustainability and cleaner energy solutions.
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