MCA Appoints B.V.B. Das as Acting NCLT President

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NCLT President appointment

Notification No. S.O. 1365(E); Dated: 16.03.2026

Following the completion of the term of Sh. Deep Chandra Joshi as Acting President of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on 16 March 2026, the Central Government has made a fresh appointment to ensure continuity in leadership.

1. New Acting President

The Government has appointed Sh. Bachu Venkat Balaram Das, the senior-most Judicial Member of NCLT, to discharge the functions of Acting President under Section 415(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.

2. Effective Date and Tenure

The appointment is effective from 17 March 2026 and will remain valid for:

  • A period of six months, or
  • Until the appointment of a regular President, or
  • Until further orders are issued

Whichever is earlier.

3. Legal Basis of Appointment

The appointment has been made under the provisions of Section 415(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, which empowers the Government to designate a member to discharge the functions of the President in such circumstances.

4. Objective of the Appointment

The move ensures:

  • Continuity in the functioning of NCLT
  • Uninterrupted handling of corporate law and insolvency matters
  • Smooth administrative and judicial operations of the Tribunal

This interim arrangement provides stability until a regular President is formally appointed.

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