Government Appoints New Director at Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited has seen a change in its government nominee directorial appointment. The Ministry of Defence appointed Shri Prakash Rajpurohit as the new Government Nominee of Director on the board, effective June 5, 2026. Concurrently, the tenure of Shri Amit Satija as the Government Nominee Director concluded with this appointment.The appointment of Shri Prakash Rajpurohit was made following an Office Memorandum issued by the Ministry of Defence dated June 5, 2026. Shri Rajpurohit is appointed as Joint Secretary (Defence Industries Promotion).
Shri Prakash Rajpurohit brings a background of extensive public service and technical expertise to the role. He is a 40-year old Indian Administrative Service Officer from the 2010 Batch of Rajasthan Cadre. Academically, he holds a B.Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi.
Prior to his current role at the Ministry of Defence, Shri Rajpurohit served as Director in the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, handling matters related to international investment treaties. He has also undertaken several policy and field assignments within the Government of Rajasthan, including service roles involving commercial taxes and excise commission.
The cessation of Shri Amit Satija's tenure is directly linked to the appointment of Shri Prakash Rajpurohit as the Government Nominee Director, both taking effect from June 5, 2026.
MIDHANI Stock Price Movement
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited shares today slipped by 1.85% to settle at ₹435.55, falling ₹8.20 from the previous close.The stock traded with a volume of 1.58 million shares and closed near its intraday low of ₹432.00.
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