Amtech Esters appoints Dobariya, accepts Suri exit from board
- Amtech Esters appointed Chandresh V. Dobariya as additional non-executive independent director
- Paras Suri resigned from the same role citing personal reasons with immediate effect
- Dobariya brings over 24 years of experience in the power and energy sector
- Changes approved by the board on September 28, 2026, under SEBI listing regulations

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Amtech Esters Limited appointed Chandresh V. Dobariya as an additional non-executive independent director and accepted the resignation of Paras Suri from the same role. The changes were approved by the board at its meeting held on September 28, 2026.
Dobariya, who brings over 24 years of experience in the power and energy sector, will serve for a term of five years subject to shareholder approval. He holds a Master of Technology from IIT Bombay and a Bachelor of Engineering from Nirma Institute of Technology. Currently serving as Director and CEO of Panacean, his expertise spans generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, energy efficiency, system planning, grid integration, battery energy storage systems, and technical advisory.
Board composition changes
The appointment follows recommendations by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Dobariya’s tenure as additional director will continue until the conclusion of the company’s annual general meeting. The filing confirmed that Dobariya has no relationship with other directors of the company and is not debarred from holding office by the Securities and Exchange Board of India or any other authority.
Concurrently, the board accepted Paras Suri’s resignation from the position of non-executive independent director with immediate effect. Suri cited personal reasons for stepping down and confirmed there were no other material reasons for his departure. He does not hold directorships in any other listed entity. The board expressed appreciation for Suri’s guidance and assistance during his tenure.
Key personnel details
| Detail | Chandresh V. Dobariya | Paras Suri |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Appointed | Resigned |
| Role | Non-Executive Independent Director | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Effective Date | September 28, 2026 | September 28, 2026 |
| Term/Reason | 5 years (subject to approval) | Personal reasons |
| Background | Power & Energy Sector Expert | Not disclosed in detail |
The meeting commenced at 4:00 pm and concluded at 4:30 pm. These governance updates reflect standard regulatory disclosures under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Amtech Esters
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.70% | +3.40% | +52.00% | +52.00% | +52.00% | +52.00% |
How might Dobariya’s expertise in battery energy storage and grid integration influence Amtech Esters' strategic expansion into the renewable energy sector?
Will Amtech Esters leverage Dobariya’s role at Panacean to pursue new joint ventures or technical advisory partnerships in the power infrastructure space?
What specific governance or operational changes are expected following Paras Suri’s resignation, given his lack of disclosed background details?























