Assam Entrade Limited announced key appointments to its compliance and secretarial audit functions effective May 1, 2026. The Board of Directors approved these appointments in a meeting held on Friday, May 1, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Appointment of Company Secretary & Compliance Officer

The Board appointed Mr. Divyansh Agarwal (ICSI M. No.: A79306) as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company, acting as a whole time Key Managerial Personnel with immediate effect. The appointment was made in accordance with Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 6(1) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, and Regulation 9(3) of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Regulations), 2015, as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The appointment fills the vacancy caused due to the resignation of the previous Company Secretary.

Mr. Divyansh Agarwal is an associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ACS: 79306) with diversified experience working in a listed entity. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) and LL.B. degree.

Appointment of Secretarial Auditor

The Board also approved the appointment of HKS Associates & LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries, as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the Financial year 2025–26 with immediate effect. This appointment was made in accordance with Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Regulation 24A of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, as recommended by the Audit Committee. The appointment fills the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of M/s. Shivam Grover & Associates and shall be valid until the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

Appointment Details

The regulatory filing provides comprehensive details of both appointments:

About HKS Associates & LLP

HKS & Associates LLP is a professionally registered LLP of Practicing Company Secretaries recognized by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). Established in 2015 by CS Hemant Kumar Sajnani (FCS 7348), the firm evolved from a sole proprietorship into a structured LLP in 2024. The firm has over 14 years of experience in Corporate Law, having handled more than 100 complex legal matters and supported over 300 corporate clients across various sectors in India.

The Board Meeting concluded at 2:00 P.M. on May 1, 2026. The intimation was submitted to BSE Limited with Scrip Code 542911 and was digitally signed by Managing Director Nishant Gupta (DIN: 00326317).

Assam entrade Limited has announced the resignation of its Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, Ms. Arpita Sharma, effective from the close of business hours on February 12, 2026. The company communicated this development to BSE Limited in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

Resignation Details

Ms. Arpita Sharma, holding ACS membership number A74392, submitted her resignation letter dated February 12, 2026, citing personal reasons for her departure. According to the company's regulatory filing, the resignation is specifically attributed to career improvement and growth opportunities.

Regulatory Compliance and Impact

The company's formal communication to BSE Limited outlined that with her resignation, Ms. Sharma will cease to be a Key Managerial Personnel under Section 203 of the Companies Act 2013 and other applicable provisions. She will also no longer serve in the capacity required under Regulation 30(5) of the SEBI LODR Regulations for determining materiality of events or transactions for stock exchange disclosures.

Documentation and Filing Process

The resignation documentation includes a comprehensive annexure detailing the event specifics as required by regulatory guidelines. The formal resignation letter was addressed to the Board of Directors, expressing gratitude for the support and cooperation extended during her tenure. Managing Director Nishant Gupta (DIN: 00326317) digitally signed and submitted the regulatory filing to BSE on February 12, 2026.

Company's Next Steps

Assam Entrade Limited has stated that it is currently in the process of appointing a new Company Secretary and Compliance Officer. The company has committed to communicating the details of the new appointment to the stock exchange once finalized, ensuring continuity in regulatory compliance and corporate governance functions.

Company Information

Assam Entrade Limited, incorporated in 1985 with CIN L20219WB1985PLC096557, operates with its registered office at 16 Tara Chand Dutta Street, Kolkata 700073, and corporate office at 26/49, Birhana Road, Kanpur 208001. The company trades on BSE under scrip code 542911.