Rekha Pandey has assumed charge as Director (Human Resources) of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited. She took charge at the company’s headquarters in Sambalpur on Friday evening.
Rekha Pandey Brings Over 32 Years of HR Experience
Pandey brings more than 32 years of experience in human resource management, personnel administration and industrial relations. Before joining MCL, she served as General Manager (HR) at Coal India Limited’s headquarters in Kolkata.
She also held the position of General Manager (Welfare) at Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), where she gained further experience in employee welfare and industrial relations.
Academic Background and Professional Contributions
Pandey holds an MBA in Personnel Management from Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi. She also earned a bachelor’s degree with honours in Economics from Maharani College, Jaipur.
Beyond her corporate roles, she has contributed to the human resource management profession through organisations such as the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM) and the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD). She also serves as an office-bearer of the Forum of Women in Public Sector.
Focus on HR Management and Employee Welfare
Pandey’s appointment is expected to strengthen MCL’s human resource management and industrial relations functions. Her experience in personnel administration and employee welfare will be relevant to the company’s organisational development and workforce management priorities.
