P Jawahar Takes Charge as MPEDA Chairman
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Port Wings News Network:
P Jawahar, an officer of the Indian Administrative Service, has assumed charge as Chairman of the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) on 25 May 2026, according to a report published in Businessline Online.
Jawahar brings with him extensive administrative experience spanning multiple sectors including industries, commerce, education, elections administration, sustainable development, and public governance. Prior to taking charge as Chairman, MPEDA, he served as Chief Electoral Officer and Commissioner/Secretary to the Government of Puducherry.
He also possesses a multidisciplinary academic background in agriculture, environmental science, and urban development, which is expected to bring valuable perspectives to the sustainable and responsible development of India’s seafood sector. His expertise is anticipated to further strengthen initiatives related to sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, infrastructure development, value addition, export competitiveness, innovation, and global market expansion for Indian seafood products.
Under his leadership, MPEDA looks forward to accelerating efforts towards enhancing India’s position in the global seafood trade while ensuring sustainability, quality assurance, traceability, and livelihood support for stakeholders across the fisheries and aquaculture value chain, a press release said
On a social media post, MPEDA officials extended a warm and cordial welcome to P. Jawahar, IAS, on assuming charge as Chairman, MPEDA.
“With his distinguished administrative experience and vast multidisciplinary expertise, we look forward to a dynamic new era of progress, innovation, and sustainable growth in India’s seafood sector. Under his esteemed guidance, MPEDA is poised to scale new heights and further expand the global footprint of Indian seafood exports,” added the post.
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