Asian Hotels (North) Limited Re-appoints Naresh Kumar Jain as Independent Director
Asian Hotels (North) Limited has re-appointed Mr. Naresh Kumar Jain as Independent Director for a two-year term from May 29, 2026, to May 28, 2028, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Jain brings over 46 years of experience, including leadership roles at the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

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asian hotels (north) has announced the re-appointment of Mr. Naresh Kumar Jain as an Independent Director of the Company. The decision was approved by the Board of Directors via Circular Resolution No. 04/2026-27 on May 08, 2026, following the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
The re-appointment is for a second term of two years, effective immediately after the completion of Mr. Jain's existing term. The new term is scheduled to commence on May 29, 2026, and will conclude on May 28, 2028. This appointment is in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013, and is subject to the approval of the shareholders, which must be obtained within three months of the announcement.
Profile of the Re-appointed Director
Mr. Naresh Kumar Jain possesses extensive industry experience spanning over 46 years, which includes more than 32 years of managerial experience in senior positions. He holds a B.Sc, LLB, and DCL degree. Additionally, he has been a Fellow member of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India since 1981 (FCS) and an Honorary fellow member of The Institute of Certified Public Secretaries – Kenya (FCPS).
Throughout his career, Mr. Jain has served as Director Legal & Compliance for a large listed entity for over five years. He has also held significant positions such as Past Chairman of NIRC (1992), Council Member (1995-1997), and Secretary and CEO (2003-2012) of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India. His involvement extends to various committees and groups of apex industry associations, government and regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and international associations, including the MCA, Planning Commission, SEBI, NFCG, IGONU, IFCS, and CSIA.
Currently, Mr. Jain serves as an Independent Director, Corporate Advisor, and member of the ASSOCHAM National Council for Corporate Affairs & CSR. He is also a member of the Corporate Affairs Committee of PHD and a partner at Global FinServe LLP. The company has disclosed that Mr. Naresh Kumar Jain is not related to any director of the Company in terms of Section 2(77) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Key Appointment Details
The following table summarizes the key details regarding the re-appointment:
| S. No. | Particulars | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reason for change | Re-appointment |
| 2. | Date of appointment & term | May 29, 2026 to May 28, 2028 |
| 3. | Subject to | Shareholder approval within three months |
The intimation was made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Asian Hotels (North)
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.09% | -1.12% | -1.81% | -8.97% | -16.65% | +345.67% |
How might Mr. Naresh Kumar Jain's extensive regulatory background with SEBI and MCA influence Asian Hotels (North)'s corporate governance strategy over his second term?
What is the likelihood of shareholder approval for Mr. Jain's re-appointment, and are there any known institutional investor concerns about the board's current composition?
How does Asian Hotels (North)'s independent director retention rate compare to peers in the Indian hospitality sector, and what does this signal about boardroom stability?


































