Havells India Clarifies Independent Director Re-appointment Terms Ahead of 43rd AGM
Havells India Limited has issued a General Update concerning two resolutions proposed for its upcoming 43rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for June 19, 2026. The update addresses clarifications sought by Proxy Advisory Firms regarding the re-appointment of Independent Directors.The resolutions pertain to the re-appointment of Smt. Namrata Kaul (DIN: 00994532) and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram (DIN: 00671567) as Independent Directors for a Second Term. The clarification addresses concerns raised by Proxy Advisors regarding the total tenure accumulated if both directors are appointed for five years under the current proposal.
The company confirmed that the appointment of Smt. Namrata Kaul and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram for their First Term was approved by Shareholders during the AGM held on June 30, 2021. This first term spanned from the date of the 2021 AGM up to the conclusion of the AGM expected in the calendar year 2026.
The present proposal seeks shareholder approval for the re-appointment of both Smt. Namrata Kaul and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram for a Second Term, spanning five years, commencing from the date of the ensuing AGM on June 19, 2026. The company stated that this re-appointment is in compliance with relevant regulations.
The details of the resolutions and the company's clarification are summarized below:
| Resolution | Proxy Concern | Company Clarification |
|---|---|---|
| Re-appointment of Smt. Namrata Kaul (DIN: 00994532) and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram (DIN: 00671567) as Independent Directors for a Second Term | Proposed five year appointment would result in a total tenure exceeding 10 years as an ID. | The current proposal seeks approval for the Second Term of five years, following their successful completion of the First Term approved in June 2021. |
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