Asahi Songwon Colors opens e-voting for director appointment
Asahi Songwon Colors Limited has opened remote e-voting for shareholder approval regarding the appointment of Mr. Rupesh Chandrakant Shah as an Independent Director for a five-year term. The e-voting period commenced on May 30, 2026, and will conclude on June 28, 2026, with the cut-off date for eligibility set as May 22, 2026.

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Asahi Songwon Colors Limited has commenced remote e-voting to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Rupesh Chandrakant Shah as an Independent Director. The voting period, facilitated by National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), began at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and will conclude at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Shareholders holding shares as of the cut-off date of Friday, May 22, 2026, are eligible to participate. The appointment requires the passing of a special resolution and, if approved, will be for a term of five years effective from March 31, 2026, to March 30, 2031.
The Board of Directors initially appointed Mr. Rupesh Chandrakant Shah (DIN: 00277687) as an Additional Director in the capacity of Independent Director on March 31, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. In compliance with Regulation 17(1C) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company is required to obtain member approval within three months of the appointment or at the next General Meeting, whichever is earlier.
Mr. Shah brings over five decades of experience in the ceramic and food processing industries. A Gold Medallist from Gujarat University with a degree in Ceramic Engineering from the United States, he has held leadership roles including President of the Ahmedabad Pottery Manufacturing Association and Chairman of the Indian Ceramic Society (Gujarat Chapter). The Board believes his expertise in export-oriented manufacturing and operational excellence will benefit the company.
In compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) Circulars, the Postal Ballot Notice and all annexures are being sent to shareholders only in electronic mode. The documents are available on the company's website at www.asahisongwon.com , the stock exchanges at www.bseindia.com and www.nseindia.com , and the e-voting agency NSDL at www.evoting.nsdl.com . Shareholders holding shares in demat mode must contact their Depository Participant (DP) to register their email addresses, while those holding shares in physical mode can register via Form No. ISR-1, SH-13, or ISR-3.
Mr. Naveen Kumar Mandovara, proprietor of M/s. S. Sharda & Associates, Chartered Accountant, has been appointed as the Scrutinizer to conduct the voting process. The results will be announced within statutory timelines and communicated to the stock exchanges.
Key Dates for Postal Ballot
| Sr. No. | Particulars | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Cut-off Date for identification of voting rights | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| 2. | Date and time of commencement of remote e-voting | Saturday, May 30, 2026 (09.00 a.m.) |
| 3. | Date and time of end of remote e-voting | Sunday, June 28, 2026 (05.00 p.m.) |
| 4. | Submission of report by the Scrutinizer | On or before Tuesday, June 30, 2026 |
| 5. | Date of declaration of results of voting | On or before Tuesday, June 30, 2026 |
Historical Stock Returns for Asahi Songwon Colors
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.40% | +2.89% | +13.60% | -8.61% | -39.82% | -24.78% |
How will Mr. Shah's extensive background in ceramics and food processing translate into strategic growth for Asahi Songwon's pigment and chemical businesses?
What specific operational excellence initiatives is the board expecting Mr. Shah to implement during his five-year tenure?
Will the appointment of an independent director with such strong manufacturing expertise signal a shift in the company's focus toward expanding export markets?


































