Haldia Development Authority (HDA) is a statutory authority constituted under The West Bengal Town and Country (Planning and Development) Act, 1979. The Authority is guided by the Board of Haldia Development Authority.

The Haldia Development Authority discharges its function through the Chief Executive Officer. CEO, HDA implements the decision of Board in accordance with the established government rules and procedures and manages the finance as per the financial norms of the Government. At present, there are almost 74 personnel discharging various responsibilities and activities in the field of Planning, Land Acquisition & Allotment, Engineering and Projects, Finance, Estate, Establishment, Social Welfare, Public Relations and Information.