ANIK Industries Limited Declares Postal Ballot Results for Director Appointment and Promoter Reclassification
ANIK Industries Limited has declared successful results for its postal ballot process, with both key resolutions receiving unanimous shareholder approval. The company passed a special resolution appointing Mr. Mahesh Kumar Sharma as Whole Time Director with 12,372,554 votes (100% in favor) and an ordinary resolution for promoter reclassification to public category with 10,859,337 valid votes (100% in favor). The e-voting process was conducted from February 26 to March 27, 2026, under the supervision of scrutinizer CS Amit Jain, ensuring full regulatory compliance.

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ANIK Industries Limited has successfully concluded its postal ballot process, declaring results for two significant corporate resolutions that received overwhelming shareholder support through remote e-voting.
Postal Ballot Process Overview
The company conducted the postal ballot process in compliance with Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. CS Amit Jain, Proprietor of M/s. Amit Preeti & Associates, served as the scrutinizer for the e-voting process, which was conducted through Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL).
The remote e-voting period commenced at 9.00 A.M. (IST) on Thursday, February 26, 2026, and concluded at 5.00 P.M. (IST) on Friday, March 27, 2026. The cut-off date for determining eligible shareholders was February 20, 2026.
Resolution Results
Both resolutions presented to shareholders achieved unanimous approval:
| Resolution Details | Type | Votes in Favor | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appointment of Mr. Mahesh Kumar Sharma as Whole Time Director | Special Resolution | 12,372,554 | 100% |
| Reclassification of Promoters to Public Category | Ordinary Resolution | 10,859,337 | 100% |
Director Appointment Details
The first resolution involved the appointment of Mr. Mahesh Kumar Sharma (DIN: 09078331) as a Whole Time Director of the company, along with approval for payment of remuneration. This special resolution received support from 55 members representing 12,372,554 votes, achieving 100% approval with no votes against.
Promoter Reclassification
The second resolution addressed the reclassification of promoter(s) and promoter group to "Public" category. This ordinary resolution was supported by 52 members with 10,859,337 valid votes. Notably, 2 members holding 836,910 shares were treated as invalid votes due to their status as related parties under SEBI regulations.
| Invalid Votes Details | Shareholder | Shares | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sureshchandra Shahra | 445,350 | Promoter |
| 2 | Patanjali Foods Limited | 391,560 | Promoter Group |
Voting Participation Analysis
The postal ballot saw participation across different shareholder categories:
Resolution 1 - Director Appointment:
- Promoter and Promoter Group: 9,070,230 votes (87.38% of their holding)
- Public Non-Institutions: 3,302,324 votes (20.35% of their holding)
- Public Institutions: No participation
Resolution 2 - Promoter Reclassification:
- Similar voting pattern with identical participation levels
- Total valid votes: 10,859,337 after excluding related party votes
Regulatory Compliance
The company adhered to all regulatory requirements, including MCA circulars and SEBI guidelines for conducting postal ballots during the specified period. The notice was dispatched electronically to all eligible shareholders on February 24, 2026, and advertisements were published in The Free Press Journal (English) and Navshakti (Marathi) on February 25, 2026.
Both resolutions were declared passed on March 27, 2026, marking successful completion of the postal ballot process with full regulatory compliance and unanimous shareholder approval.
Historical Stock Returns for Anik Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.34% | -13.34% | -28.88% | -49.72% | -71.81% | +120.60% |
What strategic initiatives might Mr. Mahesh Kumar Sharma implement as the new Whole Time Director to drive ANIK Industries' growth?
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