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Leadership Update: Rajinder Kumar Concludes Role as Government Nominee Director at MRPL Post Transfer- Know More About Him

Rajinder Kumar steps down as MRPL Government Nominee Director after transfer; known for his role in multiple ministries and PSU governance.
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New Delhi / Mangaluru: Rajinder Kumar, Indian Economic Service officer (2003 batch) and Economic Advisor in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, has stepped down from his role as Government Nominee Director at Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), following his transfer to another ministry.

His resignation from the MRPL Board became effective July 28, 2025, as per official communication from the company. The development is in line with standard government protocol, which requires directors to vacate board positions upon reassignment to different ministries or departments.

Read Also: Result: MRPL Reports ₹272 Cr Loss in Q1 FY26 Due to Lower Throughput, Shutdowns – Details Inside

About Rajinder Kumar

Rajinder Kumar is a seasoned civil servant with over 22 years of experience in public policy formulation and execution across various arms of the Central Government. His extensive career includes key roles in:

  • Ministry of Agriculture
  • Ministry of Commerce
  • Ministry of Finance
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Ministry of Power
  • Ministry of MSME
  • Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (as Economic Advisor since March 2022)

During his tenure, he served as Government Nominee Director not only at MRPL but also on the boards of Bharat Petro Resources Limited (BPRL) and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Limited, bringing strategic insight and policy expertise to India’s energy and industrial sectors.

Impact on MRPL

Mr. Kumar’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter in MRPL’s board governance. Known for his pragmatic approach and deep understanding of government policy, his contributions to the company were aligned with national energy goals and public-sector efficiency. The Ministry is expected to nominate a new representative to the MRPL Board in due course.

Read Also: MRPL Appoints Cost Auditor for FY26; Ircon Wins ₹642 Crore Metro Contract from MMRDA

About MRPL

Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) is a Schedule ‘A’ Miniratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. It is a subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and a key player in India’s downstream petroleum sector, operating a refinery complex with a capacity of 15 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA).


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