Govt Appoints Ashutosh Mishra as Ex Officio Member of IBBI
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Notification No. F.No. 30/03/2016-Insolvency; Dated: 11.02.2026
The Central Government of India has appointed Ashutosh Mishra, Additional Secretary, as an ex officio member of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI).
1. Representation of Ministry of Law and Justice
Shri Ashutosh Mishra will serve on the IBBI Board as the representative of the Ministry of Law and Justice
The appointment ensures continued representation of the Ministry on the Board in accordance with the statutory framework governing IBBI.
2. Nature of Appointment
- The appointment is in an ex officio capacity
- The membership is linked to the office held by the appointee (Additional Secretary)
- It reflects inter-ministerial representation within the regulatory structure of IBBI
3. Regulatory Context
The IBBI is the statutory regulator responsible for implementing and overseeing the insolvency framework under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, and its Board composition includes representatives from key ministries and regulatory authorities.
4. Key Takeaway
The appointment of Shri Ashutosh Mishra as an ex officio member strengthens the Ministry of Law and Justice’s representation on the IBBI Board, ensuring coordination and oversight within India’s insolvency regulatory framework.
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