RCF Appoints Shivakumar Subramaniam as CMD; Nazhat J. Shaikh's Additional Charge Ceases
RCF appointed Shivakumar Subramaniam as Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) effective February 13, 2026, until July 31, 2030. Ms. Nazhat J. Shaikh's additional charge as CMD ceases on the same date. Subramaniam has over 27 years of experience in the fertilizer industry.
Changes in key leadership positions like CMD can have a medium-term impact on company strategy and operations, affecting investor confidence and future performance.
The appointment of a new CMD is a routine management change. While it signifies a transition, there are no immediate positive or negative financial implications mentioned in the announcement.
Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) announced a significant change in its board leadership. The Board of Directors, in a meeting held on February 13, 2026, approved the appointment of Shri. Shivakumar Subramaniam (DIN: 10784187) as the new Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of the company. His tenure will commence from February 13, 2026, and extend until his superannuation on July 31, 2030, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. This appointment aligns with an order issued by the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India.
Furthermore, the company confirmed that the additional charge held by Ms. Nazhat J. Shaikh (DIN: 07348075) as CMD will cease with effect from February 13, 2026. This follows previous communications regarding her interim role dated November 25, 2025, and January 1, 2026.
Shri Shivakumar Subramaniam brings extensive experience to the role, holding a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and an MBA in Finance. He joined RCF in 1998 and has over 27 years of experience in the fertilizer industry, with expertise in treasury, taxation, corporate accounts, financial strategy, fertilizer policy, subsidy matters, and ministry coordination. He has also been involved in project evaluation, financing, and investments in joint ventures. The Board meeting commenced at 05:15 p.m. and concluded at 05:45 p.m. on February 13, 2026.
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