Dr. Ram Mohan M.K. Appointed as New Director of MPEDA
Dr. Ram Mohan M.K. has been appointed as the new Director of the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), the central government agency under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry that promotes India's marine product exports. With over 20 years of experience within the organization, he brings a wealth of expertise in marine trade, infrastructure, and international operations.
Key Points:
- Dr. Ram Mohan has been associated with MPEDA since 2003, holding key roles in marketing, quality assurance, and infrastructure development.
- He previously served as Resident Director at MPEDA’s office in Tokyo, strengthening India’s seafood trade relations with Japan.
- Academically, he holds a postgraduate degree in mariculture from CMFRI (CUSAT) and a Ph.D. from ICAR–CIFE, Mumbai.
- He is a board member of MIDCON, Seafood Park India Ltd., and Lakshadweep Development Corporation Ltd., contributing to strategic developments in India’s marine sector.
- His appointment is expected to enhance MPEDA’s focus on quality standards, global partnerships, and infrastructure to boost India's marine export performance.