Cochin Shipyard Appoints IAS Anupama T.V. and ITS Officer Mukesh Mangal as Part-Time Nominee Directors on Board
In a significant move aimed at strengthening institutional leadership and deepening coordination between the government and the maritime sector, Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has announced the appointment of two senior government officials as Part-time Official (Nominee) Directors on its Board of Directors.
The appointments have been made by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India, in consultation with the Government of Kerala, and came into effect on July 17, 2026. The two newly inducted directors are Mukesh Mangal (ITS:1992), Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and Anupama T.V. (IAS:2010:Kerala), Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Kerala.
The appointments are expected to further strengthen strategic coordination between policymakers and one of India’s premier shipbuilding and ship repair public sector enterprises, as CSL continues to expand its role in the country’s rapidly evolving maritime ecosystem.
Two Senior Government Officials Join CSL Board
According to a regulatory filing submitted by Cochin Shipyard Limited to the stock exchanges, the company has formally inducted the following officials as Part-time Official (Nominee) Directors:
Mukesh Mangal (ITS:1992) – Additional Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
Anupama T.V. (IAS:2010:Kerala) – Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Kerala.
Both appointments are effective from July 17, 2026, and will remain in force until further orders issued by the competent authorities.
The induction of these experienced civil servants reflects the government’s continued emphasis on strengthening governance standards and bringing administrative expertise to the boards of strategic public sector enterprises.
Outgoing Nominee Directors Relieved
With the appointment of the new nominee directors, the tenure of two existing Board members has come to an end.
The outgoing directors are:
Venkatesapathy S. (IAS) – Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
P.B. Nooh (IAS) – Former Special Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Kerala.
Their directorships ceased on July 17, 2026, coinciding with the induction of the new nominees.
The transition is part of the routine process through which government nominee directors on the boards of central public sector enterprises are periodically changed based on administrative requirements.
Regulatory Compliance Confirmed
In its filing, Cochin Shipyard clarified that all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to the appointments have been complied with.
The company confirmed that:
The newly appointed directors are not related to each other or to any existing member of the Board.
Neither of them has been debarred by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or any other regulatory authority from holding the office of director.
Both satisfy the eligibility requirements under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013, and are not disqualified from serving as company directors.
These disclosures form part of the corporate governance norms applicable to listed public sector companies.
Who is Mukesh Mangal?
Mukesh Mangal is a senior officer of the 1992 batch of the Indian Telecom Service (ITS) and currently serves as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
With more than 33 years of experience in public administration and technology-driven governance, he has handled a wide range of responsibilities spanning telecommunications, cyber security, internal security and maritime administration.
Over the course of his career, he has worked extensively in areas such as:
Internal security
Cyber security
Telecommunications technology
Lighthouse administration
Maritime infrastructure development
His multidisciplinary experience has enabled him to contribute to several important national initiatives, particularly in the field of cyber security and digital governance.
Key Responsibilities in the Ministry
As Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Mukesh Mangal currently oversees several important divisions.
His portfolio includes supervision of:
Vigilance matters
Shipping Unit
Sagarmala Wing
National Maritime Heritage Complex project
These assignments place him at the centre of several flagship initiatives aimed at modernising India’s maritime infrastructure and improving port-led development.
Apart from his ministry responsibilities, he also serves as a government nominee director on the boards of several organisations connected with the ports and maritime sector.
His experience is expected to provide valuable strategic guidance to Cochin Shipyard as it continues expanding its commercial and defence shipbuilding operations.
Who is IAS Officer Anupama T.V.?
Anupama T.V. belongs to the 2010 batch of the Indian Administrative Service (Kerala cadre) and currently serves as Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Kerala.
She has built a diverse administrative career, serving in key district-level and departmental leadership positions across the state.
An engineer by academic background, she holds:
A degree in Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani.
A Master’s degree in Public Administration from Harvard University.
Her educational qualifications combine technical expertise with advanced training in public policy and governance.
Extensive Administrative Experience
During her IAS career, Anupama T.V. has held several important administrative assignments in Kerala.
These include serving as:
District Collector, Thrissur
District Collector, Alappuzha
Director of Tourism
Food Safety Commissioner
Her work across multiple sectors has given her significant exposure to district administration, tourism development, food safety regulation and public service delivery.
She currently heads the state’s Transport Department while also holding additional responsibilities connected with:
Airports
Metro Rail
Personnel and Administrative Reforms
Her broad administrative experience is expected to contribute valuable insights to CSL’s Board, particularly in areas involving infrastructure development, public policy and institutional coordination.
Strengthening Government-Industry Coordination
The appointment of two senior government officials is expected to strengthen collaboration between policy-making institutions and Cochin Shipyard Limited.
As India’s maritime sector continues to grow under national initiatives promoting domestic shipbuilding, port modernisation and self-reliance, closer coordination between government agencies and strategic public sector enterprises has become increasingly important.
The presence of experienced civil servants on the company’s Board is expected to facilitate:
Better policy alignment.
Improved institutional coordination.
Stronger governance practices.
Faster decision-making.
Long-term strategic planning.
Officials believe these appointments will support CSL’s ongoing expansion across commercial shipbuilding, defence production and maritime infrastructure projects.
A New Phase for Cochin Shipyard
The Board restructuring comes at a time when Cochin Shipyard is continuing to expand its capabilities across multiple segments of the maritime industry.
The company has steadily strengthened its position as one of India’s leading shipbuilding and ship repair enterprises, undertaking projects for both civilian and defence sectors.
The induction of senior officers with extensive experience in governance, technology, public administration and maritime affairs is expected to further strengthen the company’s institutional leadership as it pursues future growth opportunities.
About Cochin Shipyard Limited
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is one of India’s largest and most prestigious shipbuilding and ship repair companies.
A Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) operating under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the company is engaged in the construction and maintenance of a wide range of marine assets.
Its portfolio includes:
Commercial ships
Defence vessels
Offshore support vessels
Passenger ships
Specialised marine platforms
Ship repair and maintenance services
Over the years, CSL has emerged as a key contributor to India’s maritime ambitions by supporting indigenous shipbuilding, strengthening naval capabilities and expanding the country’s maritime infrastructure.
With the appointment of Mukesh Mangal and IAS officer Anupama T.V. as Part-time Official (Nominee) Directors, the company is expected to benefit from their extensive administrative experience and strategic policy expertise, reinforcing its role in advancing India’s vision of a modern, self-reliant and globally competitive maritime sector.
