NFL Director Finance additional charge has been assigned to Mahesh Chander Gupta following an order from the Department of Fertilizers. NFL Director Finance additional charge will remain effective for three months or until a regular appointment is made.
National Fertilizers Limited (NFL) informed stock exchanges that Shri Mahesh Chander Gupta, currently Director (Marketing), has been given the additional charge of Director (Finance) with immediate effect.
Government Approves Additional Charge
The Department of Fertilizers under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers issued the order on 3 March 2026. The decision was approved by the competent authority and communicated to NFL.
According to the order, Gupta will hold the additional responsibility for three months or until a regular incumbent joins the post, whichever is earlier.
Experienced Leader with Energy and Gas Expertise
Mahesh Chander Gupta is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the energy and petrochemical sectors. Before joining NFL as Director (Marketing), he served as Chief General Manager (Business Development – Gas) at Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).
During his tenure at IOCL, Gupta played a key role in expanding natural gas sourcing and marketing activities. He also helped develop new business streams in petrochemicals such as PTA and polymers in domestic and international markets.
Strategic Role for NFL’s Growth
A management graduate from FMS Udaipur and a Cost & Management Accountant (Gold Medallist), Gupta has held several leadership roles across petroleum marketing, petrochemicals, natural gas marketing, and business development.
In his expanded role at NFL, he is expected to support the company’s strategy for business expansion, energy transition, sustainability, and diversification. His leadership is also expected to strengthen the company’s long-term goal of achieving self-sufficiency in urea production.
National Fertilizers Limited, a Navratna public sector enterprise, said the appointment aims to ensure continuity in financial leadership while the process for a regular Director (Finance) continues.
