Abans Financial Services: Two Directors Cease Office Effective August 6, 2026
Abans Financial Services Limited disclosed the cessation of two Board members effective August 6, 2026. Mr. Hariharan Devnarayan Iyer (DIN: 00151584) stepped down as Non-Executive Independent Director upon completion of his term, while Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani (DIN: 00847424) resigned as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director citing changes in Board composition. Mr. Tejwani confirmed no material reasons beyond those stated in his resignation letter. The Board acknowledged the contributions of both directors during their tenure with the company.

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Abans Financial Services Limited (formerly known as Abans Holdings Limited) has intimated the stock exchanges of two changes in the composition of its Board of Directors, both effective from the close of business hours on August 6, 2026. The disclosures were made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, read with SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.
Board Composition Changes
The company reported the cessation of two directors on the same date, each under different circumstances. The details of both departures are summarised below:
| Parameter: | Mr. Hariharan Devnarayan Iyer | Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani |
|---|---|---|
| DIN: | 00151584 | 00847424 |
| Designation: | Non-Executive Independent Director | Non-Executive Non-Independent Director |
| Reason for Cessation: | Completion of term as Independent Director | Resignation citing changes in Board composition |
| Date of Cessation: | Close of business hours, August 6, 2026 | Close of business hours, August 6, 2026 |
Cessation of Mr. Hariharan Devnarayan Iyer
Mr. Hariharan Devnarayan Iyer (DIN: 00151584), who served as a Non-Executive Independent Director, ceased to be a Director of the company upon the completion of his term as an Independent Director. His cessation took effect from the close of business hours on August 6, 2026.
Resignation of Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani
Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani (DIN: 00847424), Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, tendered his resignation vide his resignation letter dated August 6, 2026, citing changes in the composition of the Board of Directors. His resignation took effect from the close of business hours on the same date. Mr. Tejwani confirmed that there are no material reasons for his resignation other than those stated in his resignation letter.
Board's Acknowledgement
The Board of Directors and the Management of Abans Financial Services placed on record their sincere appreciation for the valuable contributions, guidance, and services rendered by both Mr. Hariharan Devnarayan Iyer and Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani during their respective associations with the company. The intimation was filed by Bhargavi Halapeti, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer (Membership No.: A23955), and has also been uploaded on the company's website at www.abansfinserv.com .
Historical Stock Returns for Abans Financial Services
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.02% | +0.12% | +0.12% | -0.03% | -8.65% | -7.85% |
Who are the potential candidates Abans Financial Services is considering to replace the departing Non-Executive Independent Director to maintain board independence ratios?
How might Mr. Naresh Madhu Tejwani's resignation, citing 'changes in Board composition,' signal internal strategic shifts or governance disputes within the company?
What impact will these simultaneous departures have on the company's compliance with SEBI's mandatory requirements for independent directors on the board?


































