Cabinet Approves Key Appointments to Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB)

By Z A Ansari: New Delhi, April 17, 2025 – In a significant move to strengthen the leadership of the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB), the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of two distinguished professionals as Members of the PESB, as per Government of India’s D.O. No. 44011/4(s)/2025-PP(B-II). These appointments are poised to enhance the strategic oversight of top management selections in Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).
1-Shri Roop Narayan Sunkar, IRSEE (1985 Batch)
Shri Roop Narayan Sunkar, an accomplished officer of the Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) from the 1985 batch, brings a wealth of experience in infrastructure and project execution.
2-Shri Alkesh Sharma, IAS (KL:1990)
Shri Alkesh Sharma, a seasoned Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the 1990 Kerala cadre, joins PESB with extensive experience in technology and industrial development.
Strategic Implications for Corporate India The PESB, established under the Government of India Resolution of March 3, 1987, is tasked with advising the government on appointments to senior management positions in CPSEs. With these appointments, the board is well-positioned to address the evolving needs of public sector enterprises in a rapidly transforming economic landscape. Shri Sunkar’s infrastructure expertise and Shri Sharma’s technology and policy acumen are expected to ensure a balanced and forward-looking approach to leadership selections, fostering competitiveness and innovation in CPSEs.
Corporate leaders and stakeholders in India’s public sector can anticipate a more dynamic and strategic PESB, driving excellence in governance and operational efficiency. Stay tuned to Informatics News for further updates on these developments and their impact on India’s corporate ecosystem.
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