New Delhi : Balmer Lawrie Investments Limited (BLIL) has announced significant changes to its Board of Directors following directions from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
At its Board meeting held on August 13, 2026, the company approved the cessation of two existing Government Nominee Directors and the appointment of two new Government Nominee Directors with effect from the same date.
The changes were disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Two Existing Directors Cease to Hold Office
Following directions from the Administrative Ministry, two existing Non-Executive Government Nominee Directors have ceased to hold office.
Samir Kumar Mohanty
Shri Samir Kumar Mohanty (DIN: 10404198) has ceased to be a Non-Executive Government Nominee Director of Balmer Lawrie Investments Limited.
His cessation follows the withdrawal of his nomination by the Administrative Ministry.
Arvind Nath Jha
Shri Arvind Nath Jha (DIN: 10384829) has also ceased to be a Non-Executive Government Nominee Director.
His cessation is likewise the result of the withdrawal of nomination by the Administrative Ministry.
Two New Government Nominee Directors Appointed
Following the changes, the Board has appointed Shri Aditya Shekhar Singh and Shri Romon Sebastian Louis as Non-Executive Additional Directors in the designation of Government Nominee Directors.
Aditya Shekhar Singh Appointed to the Board
Shri Aditya Shekhar Singh (DIN: 11606166) has been appointed as a Non-Executive Additional Director in the designation of Government Nominee Director.
He is currently serving as Deputy Secretary (General Coordination & Flagship Program) in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Singh holds a Master of Management Studies (MMS) in Finance & HR Management and has approximately 26 years of experience across various Central Government ministries.
His professional experience includes work with ministries and departments associated with areas such as:
- Defence
- Financial Services
- Minority Affairs
- General Government Administration
His experience in government administration and financial matters is expected to be relevant to his new board-level responsibilities.
Romon Sebastian Louis Joins the Board
Shri Romon Sebastian Louis (DIN: 08710802) has also been appointed as a Non-Executive Additional Director in the designation of Government Nominee Director.
He is currently serving as Director (Service Businesses) at Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd.
Louis has been associated with the Balmer Lawrie Group for nearly three decades and has extensive experience in logistics infrastructure and service businesses.
He holds a postgraduate degree in Marketing & Sales Management.
His long association with the Balmer Lawrie Group and experience in logistics and service businesses could bring significant sector knowledge to the Board.
Tenure of the New Directors
The two newly appointed directors will initially hold office up to the next General Meeting of the company, in accordance with the applicable provisions.
The Administrative Ministry has nominated both directors for a period of three years from August 4, 2026, on a co-terminus basis, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Therefore, their Government Nominee Director positions are linked to the tenure specified by the Administrative Ministry.
Company Confirms Regulatory Eligibility
Balmer Lawrie Investments has confirmed that neither of the newly appointed directors has been debarred from holding the office of director by SEBI or any other statutory authority.
The company has also confirmed that there is no inter-se relationship between the two newly appointed directors and the other directors of the company.
These disclosures are part of the company’s regulatory requirements relating to appointments to its Board.
Board Meeting Held on August 13
The Board meeting was convened on August 13, 2026.
According to the company’s disclosure, the meeting commenced at 2:15 p.m., was subsequently adjourned and ultimately concluded at 6:10 p.m.
The appointments and cessations were approved as part of the Board’s proceedings following directions from the Administrative Ministry.
Key Details at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Balmer Lawrie Investments Limited |
| Administrative Ministry | Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas |
| New Director | Aditya Shekhar Singh |
| DIN | 11606166 |
| Designation | Non-Executive Additional Director / Government Nominee Director |
| Second New Director | Romon Sebastian Louis |
| DIN | 08710802 |
| Designation | Non-Executive Additional Director / Government Nominee Director |
| Existing Director Ceased | Samir Kumar Mohanty |
| DIN | 10404198 |
| Existing Director Ceased | Arvind Nath Jha |
| DIN | 10384829 |
| Nomination Period | 3 years from August 4, 2026 |
| Basis | Co-terminus / until further orders |
| Effective Board Change | August 13, 2026 |
Why the Board Changes Matter
The latest appointments strengthen the representation of the Government of India on the Board of Balmer Lawrie Investments.
The appointment of Aditya Shekhar Singh, with his experience across Central Government ministries, and Romon Sebastian Louis, with nearly three decades of experience within the Balmer Lawrie Group, brings different areas of expertise to the company’s Board.
The changes also reflect the role of the Administrative Ministry in determining Government Nominee representation at the company.
Bottom Line
Balmer Lawrie Investments Limited has appointed Aditya Shekhar Singh and Romon Sebastian Louis as new Government Nominee Directors, while Samir Kumar Mohanty and Arvind Nath Jha have ceased to be directors following withdrawal of their nominations by the Administrative Ministry.
The new nominees have been nominated for three years from August 4, 2026, on a co-terminus basis or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
The company has confirmed that the newly appointed directors are eligible to hold office and are not debarred by SEBI or any other authority.
Source: Official stock exchange disclosure by Balmer Lawrie Investments Limited, dated August 13, 2026, under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
