Rakesh Chopra assumes charge as MD of REIL

Rakesh Chopra, who was recommended by a PESB paneln in October last year, has assumed charge as Managing Director (MD) of REIL

New Delhi: Rakesh Chopra has assumed charge as new Managing Director (MD) of Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL), Jaipur, on April 1. Prior to this assignment, he was serving as General Manager (Electronics & Information Technology) in the same organisation.

PSU Watch had earlier reported that Chopra was recommended for the post of Managing Director (MD) of REIL by a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) panel in October 2019. He was selected form a list of two candidates, who were interviewed by the selection panel. With his promotion, Chopra has replaced AK Jain, who superannuated on March 31.

Education & background

Chopra is a BTech graduate in Mechanical Engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur. He also has a postgraduate diploma in sales.

Chopra started his career in REIL in 1986 as a Trainee Engineer. He has had a very long association with REIL for about 35 years. During the last 34 years, he has contributed a lot to the growth of the company by his dedication and commitment, in various capacities.

Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL)

Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL) is a joint venture company between the Central government and the government of Rajasthan. The company is self-reliant as far as development activity is concerned, to enable modification and improvement in existing products and also introduce new products, in tune with customer requirement. REIL has its headquarters and works at Jaipur, Rajasthan.