In a recent unfolding in New Delhi, there appears to be a notable silence from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) concerning the recommendation for a directorial position by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB). According to industry experts, this could imply either of two scenarios: the recommended candidate might be considered for another significant role, or there might have been an error in the recommendation process.
Insight into the situation suggests that the recommendation was made from a list of internal candidates, raising questions about the validity of the selection process if the recommendation was indeed erroneous.
Ministry’s Involvement and ACC’s Role
It is important to note that once the relevant ministry has forwarded the proposal for this appointment to the ACC for approval, the ministry cannot retract its steps. Any decision regarding this appointment will now solely rest with the ACC.
Potential Shift in Career Path for the Recommended Candidate
High-level sources have reported that discussions are underway to potentially appoint the concerned candidate as the CMD of a major company. This comes after the PESB initially found none of the candidates suitable for the CMD position, leading to the formation of a search and selection committee to fill the post.
The outcome of this situation remains to be seen. Will the PESB-recommended candidate secure the CMD position, or will the original recommendation hold? The decision will likely have significant implications for the candidate’s career trajectory.
