New Delhi: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), India’s Maharatna energy giant, has appointed Vinod Seshan, IAS (Assam cadre, 2008 batch), as Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective 9 March 2026.
Seshan, currently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, brings over 20 years of experience in policy, infrastructure, governance, and strategic programme implementation. His appointment is expected to strengthen India’s energy security and support sustainable growth in the hydrocarbon sector.
Extensive Experience in the Energy Sector
Seshan has previously served on the boards of several major energy sector PSUs, including Oil India Limited and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). This experience equips him with a deep understanding of public sector energy operations, policy frameworks, and strategic investment planning, which will be invaluable for ONGC’s ongoing and future initiatives.
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Academic and Professional Credentials
An engineer by training, Seshan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. He also completed advanced studies in Public Policy, Infrastructure, Investment, and Finance at University College London. This unique combination of technical, financial, and policy expertise positions him to contribute effectively to ONGC’s strategic vision.
Strategic Vision for ONGC
With Seshan on board, ONGC aims to consolidate its role as a cornerstone of India’s energy infrastructure. His governance expertise and administrative guidance are expected to support the corporation’s objectives in energy self-reliance, sustainable energy initiatives, and global competitiveness.
The appointment, approved by the ONGC Board, is effective for a period of three years or until further notice. Seshan is not subject to any regulatory restrictions preventing him from holding office.
About ONGC
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited is India’s largest crude oil and natural gas exploration and production company. The state-owned energy major plays a key role in the country’s energy security, contributing a significant share of India’s domestic oil and gas production. Headquartered in New Delhi, ONGC operates across the entire hydrocarbon value chain, including exploration, production, refining, and energy infrastructure development.
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