Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda assumed charge as the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) on 09 May 2026. Before his elevation, he served as Director (Finance) and also handled the additional responsibility of Director (Commercial) in the company. Dr. Panda began his career with SAIL in 1992 as a Management Trainee (Technical), showcasing a long and experienced association with the organisation. SAIL is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel and plays a major role in India’s steel production and industrial development.