Nagpur, Maharashtra |: Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) has entrusted additional Head of Department (HOD) responsibilities to two of its distinguished senior officers as part of its continued efforts to strengthen mineral exploration, energy mineral initiatives, and operational excellence.
The appointments reflect the company’s confidence in the leadership, technical expertise, and experience of the officers, who will play a crucial role in advancing MECL’s exploration programmes and supporting India’s growing mineral and energy security objectives.
Shri Akhilesh Kumar Srivastava Takes Charge as HOD (Exploration – Operations)
Shri Akhilesh Kumar Srivastava, who is currently serving as Senior Manager (Geology) at MECL, has assumed the additional charge of Head of Department (Exploration – Operations).
In his expanded role, he will oversee operational aspects of the company’s exploration activities, ensuring efficient execution of projects, effective resource utilization, and timely implementation of exploration programmes across various regions.
Shri Ramachandran Karthik Assumes HOD (Exploration – Energy Minerals) Charge
Shri Ramachandran Karthik, Deputy General Manager (Exploration), has also been entrusted with the additional charge of Head of Department (Exploration – Energy Minerals).
He will be responsible for leading MECL’s initiatives related to the exploration of energy minerals, supporting strategic projects aimed at enhancing India’s resource security and meeting the country’s future energy requirements.
Company Extends Congratulations
MECL warmly welcomed both officers on their new responsibilities and expressed confidence in their ability to lead the organization’s exploration operations and energy mineral programmes with dedication, professionalism, and visionary leadership.
The company conveyed its best wishes for their continued success, stating that their experience and commitment would significantly contribute to achieving MECL’s strategic objectives and strengthening its exploration capabilities.
Strengthening India’s Mineral Exploration Mission
The assignment of these additional responsibilities comes at a time when MECL is actively contributing to the exploration of critical and strategic minerals required for India’s industrial growth, infrastructure development, and energy transition.
By placing experienced professionals in key leadership positions, the company aims to further improve the efficiency of its exploration programmes while supporting the Government of India’s vision of enhancing domestic mineral resource development.
About MECL
Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), formerly known as the Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited, is a premier Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) functioning under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India.
Established in October 1972 and headquartered in Nagpur, Maharashtra, MECL has played a pivotal role in the exploration of a wide range of minerals across the country. The organization provides geological exploration, mineral resource evaluation, drilling services, and consultancy for various mineral sectors, contributing significantly to India’s mineral resource development and sustainable mining initiatives.
With the appointment of Shri Akhilesh Kumar Srivastava and Shri Ramachandran Karthik to these additional leadership roles, MECL is expected to further strengthen its operational capabilities and continue its mission of delivering high-quality exploration services while supporting the nation’s long-term mineral security and energy resource development.
