Shilpa Shinde (IAS) Appointed CMD of WAPCOS to Lead Reforms & Revive PSU’s Image
Shilpa Sachin Shinde, a 2006-batch IAS officer from the AGMUT cadre
IAS Shilpa Shinde Appointed CMD of WAPCOS to Lead Reforms & Boost Efficiency in Jal Shakti Projects, 1st Direct CMD Appointment By ACC
IAS officer Ms. Shilpa Shinde appointed CMD of WAPCOS to lead governance reforms and boost efficiency in infrastructure delivery
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has appointed Ms. Shilpa Sachin Shinde, a 2006-batch IAS officer from the AGMUT cadre, as the new Chairperson and Managing Director (CMD) of WAPCOS Limited for a tenure of five years.
This historic appointment is the first time a WAPCOS CMD has been selected directly by the ACC, bypassing the usual route via the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB). The move underscores the government’s commitment to fast-track leadership appointments in critical sectors.
First-Ever Direct CMD Appointment by ACC
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, which oversees WAPCOS, reportedly proposed this direct appointment to the ACC—a shift from the traditional process that required PESB recommendation. This procedural change reflects a strong push for accountability, governance reform, and the quick installation of competent leadership in vital public enterprises.
The appointment of Ms. Shinde comes shortly after Mr. Rajni Kant Agrawal was removed from the post on September 3, 2025, by Union Jal Shakti Minister Mr. C. R. Patil using his special administrative powers.
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WAPCOS Limited, a central public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, has been facing allegations of administrative irregularities under the previous leadership. Complaints included non-payment of employee benefits, delays in executing infrastructure projects, irregular vendor payments, and GST compliance issues.
Mr. Pankaj Kapoor, Director (Finance), was temporarily given the additional charge of CMD following Mr. Agrawal’s exit. Mr. Kapoor is expected to retire on September 28, 2025.
www.indianpsu.com extends best wishes to Ms. Shilpa Sachin Shinde, IAS, on her new tenure as CMD of WAPCOS. May her leadership bring positive reforms and greater achievements for the organization
