Bharat Gears CMD's passport revoked; appeals order, citizenship status pending
Bharat Gears Ltd's Chairman and Managing Director, Mr. Surinder Paul Kanwar, informed the Board that his passport has been revoked by the Regional Passport Office. Mr. Kanwar has filed an appeal on April 15, 2026, with the Central Passport Office, seeking a stay and quashing of the revocation order. He reiterated that the determination of his citizenship status lies exclusively with the Central Government, a position the Board noted on January 23, 2026, after legal opinion. Mr. Kanwar has also sought clarification on his citizenship from the Ministries of Home Affairs and External Affairs. He assured the Board of his fiduciary duties and commitment to promptly inform them of any material developments.
Key Highlights
- CMD Mr. S.P. Kanwar's passport has been revoked by the Regional Passport Office.
- Mr. Kanwar has filed an appeal with the Central Passport Office against the revocation.
- His citizenship status determination remains pending with the Central Government.
- The Board previously affirmed his Indian citizenship until a government order.
- Mr. Kanwar will continue to inform the Board of material developments.
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