New CMD of Coal India

Question: Recently who assumed charge as the new CMD of Coal India Ltd (CIL)?
(a) Dinesh Kumar Rawat
(b) Anil Kumar Jha
(c) Suresh Kumar
(d) Rajesh Kumar
Answer: (b)
Related Facts:

  • On May 18th, 2018, Anil Kumar Jha assumed charge as the newly appointed CMD (Chairman cum Managing Director), Coal India Ltd (CIL).
  • His tenure will last till 31 January, 2020.
  • Presently, he is the CMD of Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd.
  • It is notable that CIL is the public sector Maharatna coal mining company, whose headquarters is located in Kolkata.

Reference:
https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/coal/mahanadi-coalfields-cmd-anil-kumar-jha-to-take-over-as-coal-india-chairman/64225420