Mumbai: Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI) has appointed Bharati Raman Gotarna as a Non-Official (Independent) Director on its Board, effective August 19, 2026.
The company disclosed the appointment in a filing with the stock exchanges on August 20, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The appointment was subject to the completion of the required statutory formalities, including her registration with the Independent Directors Databank. Following completion of the requisite formalities, her appointment as a Non-Official (Independent) Director on the SCI Board became effective from August 19, 2026.
Bharati Raman Gotarna’s Appointment to SCI Board
Ms. Bharati Raman Gotarna has joined the SCI Board as a Non-Official (Independent) Director following the completion of the necessary regulatory and statutory requirements.
Her appointment comes with a background of more than 12 years of field experience, including approximately 10 years of dedicated social work. She has been actively involved with grassroots communities and has worked closely with residents and community groups on welfare, awareness and local development initiatives.
According to the company’s disclosure:
- Designation: Non-Official (Independent) Director
- Effective Date: August 19, 2026
- Field Experience: 12+ years
- Social Work Experience: Around 10 years
- Key Areas: Social welfare, community development, public service and stakeholder engagement
Educational Qualification and Professional Background
Bharati Raman Gotarna holds academic qualifications in law, education and arts, which complement her extensive practical experience in social work and community engagement.
Her educational qualifications include:
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Her combination of academic training and grassroots experience has helped her develop expertise in community leadership, public service, legal awareness, stakeholder engagement and field coordination.
Extensive Grassroots and Community Engagement
Ms. Gotarna has extensive grassroots engagement with village communities, particularly in Kauncha and Dudhani. Her work has involved direct interaction with residents and community groups to understand local concerns and support practical, community-oriented solutions.
Over the years, she has maintained sustained engagement with local communities and built long-term relationships with residents and community stakeholders. Her work has focused on areas such as social welfare, community awareness and local development.
Her professional strengths include:
- Community leadership
- Public service
- Community development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Field coordination
- Legal awareness
- Responsible leadership
- Problem-solving
Statutory Formalities Completed
SCI stated that the appointment became effective after the completion of the requisite statutory formalities, including the allotment and registration with the Independent Directors Databank.
The company’s disclosure also confirmed that Ms. Bharati Raman Gotarna is not related to any existing director of SCI. It further stated that she is not debarred from holding the office of director by virtue of any SEBI order or any other authority.
About Shipping Corporation of India
Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI) is a major Indian public sector shipping company engaged in maritime transportation and related shipping activities. The company operates across various segments of the shipping industry and plays an important role in India’s maritime and logistics ecosystem. SCI is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India.
