Ram Mohan Appointed as New Director of MPEDA

In a significant development in India’s marine export sector, Ram Mohan M K has been appointed as the new Director of the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA). A seasoned professional with over two decades of service in the organization, Mohan brings deep expertise in marketing, quality control, and international trade, including a tenure as Resident Director in Tokyo.

Why in News?

The appointment of Ram Mohan M K as the Director of MPEDA is making headlines due to his extensive experience in the marine exports sector and international assignments. This leadership change is expected to reinforce India’s strategy to boost seafood exports and ensure compliance with global quality standards.

Background and Credentials

• Ram Mohan is an alumnus of the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) postgraduate programme in mariculture, affiliated to Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT).
• He holds a Ph.D. from the ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai.

Professional Journey

• Joined MPEDA in 2003.

Held critical roles in,

• Marketing
• Quality Assurance
• Infrastructure Development
• Resident Director at Tokyo, facilitating India-Japan seafood trade.

Current Roles

Board Member of,

• MIDCON (Marine Infrastructure Development Company of India Ltd.)
• Seafood Park India Ltd.
• Lakshadweep Development Corporation Ltd.

About MPEDA

• Full Form: Marine Products Export Development Authority
• Established: 1972
• Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India
• Headquarters: Kochi, Kerala

Functions

• Promotion of marine product exports
• Implementation of quality control regulations
• Development of infrastructure for seafood processing and storage
• Supporting sustainable aquaculture

Significance of Appointment

• The appointment comes at a time when India is aiming to expand its share in the global seafood market.
• Ram Mohan’s international exposure, particularly in Japan—a key export destination—can help improve bilateral trade and compliance with international standards.
• Expected to play a vital role in enhancing export efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in India’s seafood sector.