Allied Digital Services Ltd has redesignated Paresh Shah from Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Chief Innovation Officer (CINO) effective July 01, 2026. Shah ceased to be the CEO at the close of working hours on June 30, 2026. The Board of Directors approved this leadership transition during its meeting on June 18, 2026, to align with the company's evolving business priorities and focus on future growth initiatives.

Leadership Transition Details

The following table summarises the key details of the leadership change:

New Role and Responsibilities

In his new capacity, Shah will lead the company's innovation, research, and strategic transformation initiatives. He will report to the Chairman and maintain a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Joint Managing Director. The Board acknowledged his valuable leadership and contribution during his time as CEO, which significantly contributed to the company's development. The company stated that the other terms and conditions of Shah's employment remain unchanged despite the shift in designation and responsibilities.

The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Allied Digital Services Ltd has restructured its senior leadership to strengthen execution and support growth across managed services, cloud, and cybersecurity. The Board of Directors approved the appointment of Nehal Shah as Joint Managing Director and Arun Pathak as Chief Executive Officer-Cloud and Infrastructure Services (CEO-CIS). Paresh Shah, formerly Chief Executive Officer, has been redesignated as Chief Innovation Officer (CINO). These changes aim to enhance organisational focus and align the company with its strategic priorities.

The Board, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, elevated Nehal Shah from Whole-Time Director to Joint Managing Director. His appointment is for a period of five years, effective from July 01, 2026 to June 30, 2031, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing 32nd Annual General Meeting. Shah assumes full accountability for the company's strategy, operational performance, and global growth.

Paresh Shah has been redesignated as Chief Innovation Officer with effect from July 01, 2026. In this newly created role, he will lead the company's technology and platform roadmap, focusing on AI-led automation, the evolution of the Digital Desk platform, and next-generation managed services capabilities. The Board recorded its appreciation for his contribution during his tenure as Chief Executive Officer.

Arun Pathak has been appointed as CEO-CIS for India and the Middle East, effective July 02, 2026. He joins as Senior Management Personnel, bringing over three decades of experience in driving growth across managed services, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise sales. Pathak previously served as Executive Head – Managed Services at NTT DATA India Private Limited.

Key Leadership Appointments

The company disclosed that Nehal Shah is related to Nitin Shah (Father), Tejal Shah, and Rohan Shah (Relatives). Neither Paresh Shah nor Arun Pathak is related inter-se to any other director of the company. The Board meeting commenced at 11:55 A.M. and concluded at 02:15 P.M. on June 18, 2026.