Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has appointed Arvind Kumar as Director (Consumer Mobility), with the appointment taking effect immediately, according to an official order issued by the Ministry of Communications.
Kumar’s tenure will begin from the date he assumes charge and continue until his superannuation on April 30, 2031, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Previous Roles at TRAI and STPI
Before his appointment to BSNL, Kumar served as an adviser at the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), where he gained experience in the telecommunications regulatory framework.
He also served on deputation as Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), an organisation that supports the growth of the country’s information technology and software services sector.
Role at BSNL
As Director (Consumer Mobility), Kumar will take up a key leadership position at the state-owned telecom operator. The consumer mobility business is an important part of BSNL’s operations, covering mobile telecommunications services for individual and institutional customers.
His experience across telecom regulation and technology-sector administration brings relevant exposure to his new assignment at the company.
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Strengthening Telecom Leadership
Kumar’s appointment comes as BSNL continues to manage its consumer telecom operations in a competitive market. His new role places him among the company’s senior leadership responsible for its consumer mobility business, with his tenure governed by the terms outlined in the Ministry of Communications order.