Smt. Geeta Mohapatra, IRTS, has assumed charge as Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), with effect from 01.09.2026.

A 2006-batch officer of the Indian Railways Traffic Service (IRTS), Smt. Geeta Mohapatra brings with her rich and diverse experience spanning administration, operations, recruitment, contract management, policy formulation and organizational leadership.

Prior to joining HAL, she served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Director, Hassan Mangalore Rail Development Company Ltd. (HMRDC). She provided strategic direction and decisive leadership to the organisation, restoring it to profitability while addressing long-pending issues regarding Agreements of the JV and outstanding dues with various authorities. Her tenure reflects her ability to navigate complex institutional and stakeholder issues while maintaining a clear focus on organisational objectives and outcomes.

As Member Secretary, Railway Recruitment Board, she was entrusted with the responsibility of recruitment (Group C and Group D level) in a transparent, efficient and time-bound manner. This experience reinforced her commitment to procedural integrity, transparency and public accountability.

Earlier in her career, she held responsibilities relating to passenger amenities, contract management and grievance redressal, gaining valuable exposure in service delivery, commercial administration and stakeholder engagement. She was also associated with the committee for formulation of the catering policy of Indian Railways.

As the head of Railway Operations in Bangalore Division of South Western Railway, she played a significant role in strengthening operational capabilities and augmenting critical railway infrastructure to facilitate the growth of both passenger and freight traffic. In recognition of her distinguished contribution to the organisation, she was conferred the prestigious National Railway Award, 2020.

She holds a master’s degree in Economics from the renowned Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune.