Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has appointed Shri Partha Pratim Pathak (DIN: 02692935) as a Non-Official Director (Independent Director) on its Board.
Key Details of Appointment
The Ministry of Defence, Government of India, appointed Shri Partha Pratim Pathak via its letter no. D(BEL) dated 17th August 2026. The Board of Directors of BEL subsequently ratified this appointment through a circular resolution, effective 18th August 2026. The term of appointment is for three years from the date of appointment or until further orders.
Director Details and Qualifications
Shri Partha Pratim Pathak (DIN: 02692935) does not have any relationship with other directors of the company. He is not debarred or disqualified from holding the office of director by virtue of any SEBI order, other statutory authority, or under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Director Profile
Shri Pathak took charge as an Independent Director on 18th August 2026. He is a Promoter and Managing Director of Fresh Air Waste Management Services Private Limited and a Director of Forcetech Energy Private Limited. He is described as a visionary entrepreneur with over two decades of experience, primarily in waste management and environmental sustainability. He founded the first Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF) in Northeast India in 2004. He has played a key role in shaping national waste management policies, including the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016. He also holds leadership positions, including President of the Purvottar chapter of Laghu Udyog Bharati and President of the CBWTF Association of India.
Financial Impact
No financial impact is quantified in the disclosure.