People, Positions and Obituaries · 31 January 2026

Kota Ravi recommended as CMD of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

Exam-focused facts from the 31 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) recommended Shri Kota Ravi for the post of Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited during PESB Meeting No. 8/2026.
  • Shri Kota Ravi is currently serving as Director (Operations) at HAL.
  • The PESB recommendation will now be placed before the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for final approval.