Department of Telecommunications Extends Additional Charge for MTNL CMD Post
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has issued an order extending the additional charge of the post of Chief Managing Director (CMD) of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL). The charge, currently held by Shri A. Robert J. Ravi, CMD of BSNL, has been extended for a further period of three months.The extension mandate, issued by the Department of Telecommunications, ensures that the posts of CMD, BSNL, CMD, MTNL, and CMD, BBNL remain occupied as an interim measure.
The Department of Telecommunications released the order on April 14, 2026, extending the additional charge to Shri A. Robert J. Ravi, DDG, DoT. The extension is subject to the approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
The revised timeline for the additional charge is detailed as follows:
| Detail | Start Date | End Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Charge Period | April 15, 2026 | July 14, 2026 | Three months |
The additional charge period will remain effective until one of the following dates: the end date of the extension, the appointment of a regular incumbent, or until further orders, whichever occurs earliest.
The order also specified the financial terms during this period, noting that Shri A. Robert J. Ravi will not be entitled to any additional remuneration while holding this additional charge.
Stock Price Movement
As of 10:39, Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd shares are ticking up, currently trading at ₹32.11, which is an increase of 4.32%. The shares have moved through a wide range today, fluctuating between a low of ₹31.23 and a high of ₹32.57.Source:
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