DCM Shriram Fine Chemicals Announces Leadership Changes and Releases Q2 Financial Results
DCM Shriram Fine Chemicals Limited reported key outcomes from its Board of Directors meeting held on August 14, 2026, announcing significant changes in its leadership structure alongside releasing the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The Board considered and approved the company's Financial Results and made decisions regarding key managerial appointments and departures.The meeting outcomes included the resignation of Mr. Akshay Dhar from his positions as Managing Director and CEO. According to the company, Mr. Dhar resigned with effect from closing business hours on August 14, 2026, allowing him to focus on leading the Company's new projects and expansion initiatives.
In subsequent appointments approved by the Board, Mr. Rakesh Malhotra was inducted as an Additional Director in the category of Non-Executive Independent Director for a period of five years, effective from August 15, 2026, subject to the approval of the company’s Members. Furthermore, Mr. Rudra Shriram was appointed as an Additional Director and subsequently designated as Managing Director for a five-year term, commencing on August 15, 2026, pending shareholder approval.
Profiles of New Directors
The Board meeting documents provided detailed profiles regarding the incoming leadership members:Mr. Rakesh Malhotra: An entrepreneur and technology leader with over 40 years of experience in specialized manufacturing, ag-biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture. Mr. Malhotra is a co-founder of Cords Cable Industries Ltd., and currently serves as Chairman of Symbiotic Sciences Pvt. Ltd., which is noted as the world's largest producer of mycorrhizal fungi. He is also the Co-Founder of Vardan Agrotech.
Mr. Rudra Shriram: A fifth generation leader within the DCM Shriram legacy, Mr. Shriram currently serves as an Executive Director on the Board of DCM Shriram International Limited and holds the position of Deputy Managing Director. His experience spans over twelve years in engineering management, data analytics, and process optimization, and he holds a B.Sc. in Economics from Purdue University.
Q2 Financial Performance Review
The Company also published the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, which were reviewed by the Audit Committee and adopted by the Board of Directors.Standalone Financial Highlights (Q ended June 30, 2026)
| Particulars | Amount (Rs. In Lakhs) |
|---|---|
| Total Income (1) | 9,159.96 |
| Total Expenses (2) | 8,806.91 |
| Profit/(Loss) before tax | 353.05 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) for the period attributable to Owners of the company | 241.64 |
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Q ended June 30, 2026)
| Particulars | Amount (Rs. In Lakhs) |
|---|---|
| Total Income (1) | 9,184.13 |
| Total Expenses (2) | 8,74.77 |
| Profit/(Loss) before tax | 451.66 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) for the period attributable to Owners of the company | 259.37 |
The unaudited results were presented alongside corresponding figures from prior periods and will be made available on the Company website.
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