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RAJNEESH TINGAL

RAJNEESH TINGAL

Retired Joint Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, GOI/CMD, IDPL
E 404, Nagarjuna Apartments, Mayur Kunj,Delhi

Summary

Technical education (Bachelor in Engineering followed by post graduation in Germany) and degree in law accompanied with courses in leadership, public administration and advance management provide me with the base required for taking up any assignment. Long career starting with technical giant (M/s BHEL) and subsequent administrative experience, makes me confident of contributing to any organization. Having more than 30 years' administrative experience at different ministries/ departments- from local self-government (NDMC, a municipality) to the Apex level (Cabinet Secretariat) has resulted in wider perspectives. As a civil servant, my strengths have been adherence to timelines and a high degree of professional commitment. The rigorous training has well-equipped me with a multitasking, balanced approach even in strenuous circumstances and flexibility to work in cross cultural varied work ambience. I have experience at both ends, i.e., formulating policies as well as being beneficiary/implementing functionary of the same. I have held responsibilities of significance in large institutions and have been able to drive various transformations through several initiatives and proven teamwork. I have the desire, attitude, professional competence, broader horizon, adaptability and above all; inclination to learn. I am confident of contributing effectively to making a difference to any assignment. I have hands-on experience in managing various large organizations, as well as in Corporate Governance as headed a Group A, Central PSU, M/s IDPL and talent for navigating challenges. I bring strong problem-solving skills, proactive and positive approach to new tasks, possess adaptability, creativity, results-oriented mindset and commitment to make meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
3
3

Languages - English, Hindi and German

Work History

Chairman Cum Managing Director

Indian Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Limited (IDPL)
New Delhi
02.2020 - 09.2023
  • Company Overview: Central PSU
  • Held the post of CMD, IDPL (Central PSU) as an additional charge, a challenging assignment
  • Ensured finalization of pending accounts
  • Valuation of freehold land of all plants through M/s NBCC, land Management Agency (LMA)
  • One Time Settlement (OTS) with Bankers & other lenders
  • Return of Leasehold lands to State governments concerned and transfer of freehold land to NLMC, SPV set up by Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) for their monetization
  • Appraising various authorities - including DoP, DPE, NITI Aayog, Cabinet Secretariat and PMO about progress of the closure
  • In order to achieve these tasks, chaired regular meetings of the Board and AGM keeping all stakeholders, including non-official Directors taken on board
  • Facilitated high-level negotiations with key stakeholders, securing beneficial agreements for all parties involved.

Joint Secretary

Department of Pharmaceuticals, GOI
New Delhi
11.2016 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for administration, vigilance, coordination & academic governance; Policy framing; Schemes formulation, implementation and monitoring; Price Regulation
  • NIPERs- Seven Institutes of national Importance imparting postgraduate and doctorate education in pharmaceuticals: Ensured amendment of the Act, Setting up of NIPER Council under Hon'ble Minister, Represented GOI in Board of Governors of all seven NIPERs, Expedited construction of campuses, Creation and filling up of posts
  • These steps led to improved rankings of NIPERs in NIRF released annually by Ministry of Education
  • Research & Development: Framing of the 'National policy on Research & Development and Innovation in the PharmaMedTech Sector in India', Finalization of inter-departmental proposal on Drug Discovery and development, Finalization of Common Research Programme (CRP) of all NIPERs, Framing of Policy guidelines for Pharmaceutical Innovation & Entrepreneurship prepared, Launch of NIPER Research Portal
  • Schemes: Formulation and implementation of Scheme for 'Promotion of Research & Innovation in the Pharma-MedTech (PRIP) Sector with an outlay of Rs 5000 cr, Formulation and implementation of PLI Scheme for promotion of domestic manufacturing of Bulk Drugs with an outlay of Rs 6940 cr, Formulation and implementation of PLI Scheme for promoting Domestic Manufacturing of Medical Devices with an outlay of Rs 3420 cr, Formulation and implementation of PLI Scheme for Pharmaceuticals with an outlay of Rs
  • 15,000 cr
  • Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) - Implemented PMBJP, flagship scheme of the department under which quality generic medicines at prices 50-90% lower than market prices of branded medicines are sold through more than 8,700 Kendras all across the country
  • Worked as Chairman of the Executive Council (EC) of the organization to review performance for effective implementation of the scheme
  • Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): Handled Administrative matters of all Pharma PSUs - Indian Drugs & Pharmaceutical Limited (IDPL), Hindustan Antibiotics Limited (HAL), Bengal Chemical & Pharmaceutical Limited (BCPL), Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceutical Limited (KAPL) and Rajasthan Drugs & Pharmaceutical Limited (RDPL)
  • Appointment of Managing Directors and functional Directors of the PSUs, Signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with PSUs for regular monitoring of their performance
  • National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA): Handled administrative and financial matters of NPPA, Amendments in Drugs Prices Control Order, 2013 (DPCO, 2013), Introduction of Trade Margin Rationalization (TMR) approach for regulating pricing of drugs and medical devices, Special One Time Settlement (SOTS) Scheme for settlement of disputed overcharged amount, Hearing Authority for Review Applications filed by pharma companies against Pricing fixation orders issued by NPPA
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Joint Secretary

Cabinet Secretariat
New Delhi
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Responsible for administration, vigilance and other matters
  • Handed public grievances at the Apex level, i.e., Directorate of Public Grievances (DPG) pertaining to departments with large public interface, including banks, insurance, telecommunications, railways, civil aviation, etc.
  • Handled complaints against Secretaries to the Government of India as well as those against CMDs/ MDs and Functional Directors of PSUs

Director

Cabinet Secretariat
New Delhi
05.2012 - 08.2015
  • Responsible for administration, vigilance and other matters
  • Handed public grievances at the Apex level, i.e., Directorate of Public Grievances (DPG)
  • Handled complaints against Secretaries to the Government of India as well as those against CMDs/ MDs and Functional Directors of PSUs

Director

New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
New Delhi
12.2007 - 05.2012
  • NDMC itself is DISCOM of the area, As Director (Commercial & Power) responsible for matters pertaining to electricity and water supply, distribution, tariff fixation and collection
  • As Director (Personnel) responsible for administration, establishment, etc of more than 10,000 employees/ workers in various cadres
  • As Director (Education) responsible for administrative and academic governance of around 100 nursery, primary and secondary/ Sr Secondary schools

Under Secretary/Deputy Secretary

Ministry of Home Affairs
New Delhi
05.1998 - 12.2007
  • Responsible for administrative, personnel (including cadre management of IAS/ IPS/ DANICS/ DANIPS cadres), legal matters and Scheme Implementation

Section Officer

Ministry of Agriculture
New Delhi
01.1991 - 05.1998
  • Assisted in administrative matters, Policy formulation and Implementation of developmental schemes

Engineer/Sr. Engineer

M/s BHEL
Bhopal/ New Delhi
08.1985 - 01.1991
  • Company Overview: GOI PSU at Bhopal/ New Delhi
  • As Engineer/Sr Engineer performed technical duties - design, manufacturing and commissioning of power plant equipment
  • GOI PSU at Bhopal/ New Delhi

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Delhi College of Engineering
Delhi University, Delhi
07.1981 - 06.1985

Master of Science - Tropical Technology

Institute of Tropical Technology
04.1996 - 03.1998

Bachelor of Law - LLB

Faculty of Law
07.2008 - 06.2011

Advanced Certificate in Public Administration - Public Administration

Maxwell School of Public Administration
Syracuse, NY
01.2015 - 05.2015

Skills

Strategic Planning & Implementation

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Additional Information

Enrolled as advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi (D/14995/2023), Member of Delhi High Court Bar Association (38668/2024), Empaneled as Arbitrator with SCOPE Forum of Conciliation and Arbitration, Registered with the Independent Director's Data Bank of Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IDDB-NR-202502-070169)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 09/16/63
  • Nationality: Indian

Covid Management Role

Played a significant role in the COVID-19 management, ensuring the availability of essential medical equipment and medicines during the pandemic.

Timeline

Chairman Cum Managing Director

Indian Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Limited (IDPL)
02.2020 - 09.2023

Joint Secretary

Department of Pharmaceuticals, GOI
11.2016 - 09.2023

Joint Secretary

Cabinet Secretariat
08.2015 - 10.2016

Advanced Certificate in Public Administration - Public Administration

Maxwell School of Public Administration
01.2015 - 05.2015

Director

Cabinet Secretariat
05.2012 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Law - LLB

Faculty of Law
07.2008 - 06.2011

Director

New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
12.2007 - 05.2012

Under Secretary/Deputy Secretary

Ministry of Home Affairs
05.1998 - 12.2007

Master of Science - Tropical Technology

Institute of Tropical Technology
04.1996 - 03.1998

Section Officer

Ministry of Agriculture
01.1991 - 05.1998

Engineer/Sr. Engineer

M/s BHEL
08.1985 - 01.1991

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Delhi College of Engineering
07.1981 - 06.1985
RAJNEESH TINGALRetired Joint Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, GOI/CMD, IDPL