Bal Pharma shareholders approve ₹1.20 dividend and board restructuring at 39th AGM
- Bal Pharma declared a dividend of ₹1.20 per equity share for FY26
- Mr. Ravindra Kumar Kothari appointed as Whole-Time Director
- Mr. Himesh Virupakshaya changed to Non-Executive Director
- Statutory auditors issued unmodified opinions for FY26

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Bal Pharma Limited held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 24, 2026, via video conferencing. Shareholders approved all agenda items, including a dividend declaration of ₹1.20 per equity share for FY26 and significant changes to the board's executive structure.
The meeting commenced at 11:30 am and concluded by 11:55 am. Mr. Shailesh Siroya, Managing Director, chaired the session. The statutory auditors, M/s. S S J N B & Co., and the secretarial auditor issued unmodified opinions for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The quorum was met with 58 members participating through electronic means.
Key resolutions passed
The following ordinary and special business items were transacted:
| Item | Particulars | Resolution Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoption of audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for FY26 | Ordinary |
| 2 | Declaration of dividend of ₹1.20 per equity share (face value ₹10) | Ordinary |
| 3 | Re-appointment of Mr. Ravindra Kumar Kothari as Director | Ordinary |
| 4 | Ratification of remuneration for Cost Auditors for FY27 | Ordinary |
| 5 | Renewal of contract with M/s. Desa Marketing International | Ordinary |
| 6 | Change in designation of Mr. Ravindra Kumar Kothari to Whole-Time Director | Special |
| 7 | Change in designation of Mr. Virupakshaya Himesh to Non-Executive Director | Special |
Board composition changes
Two special resolutions altered the roles of key directors. Mr. Ravindra Kumar Kothari, who previously served as a Non-Executive Director, will now assume the role of Whole-Time Director. Conversely, Mr. Himesh Virupakshaya transitioned from Whole-Time Director to Non-Executive Director. These changes reflect a shift in operational leadership responsibilities within the company.
Governance and compliance
The company confirmed that voting results and the scrutinizer’s report would be submitted to stock exchanges within two working days. No shareholder questions were raised during the open forum, despite four registered speakers. The meeting adhered to SEBI Listing Regulations and Companies Act, 2013 provisions regarding virtual meetings.
Historical Stock Returns for Bal Pharma
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.01% | +3.64% | +22.22% | +59.02% | +24.48% | -1.80% |
How will the transition of Mr. Ravindra Kumar Kothari to Whole-Time Director impact Bal Pharma's operational strategy and decision-making speed in FY27?
What specific strategic rationale drove the swap in executive roles between Mr. Kothari and Mr. Virupakshaya, and how does this align with the company's long-term growth objectives?
Given the dividend payout of ₹1.20 per share, what is the expected impact on Bal Pharma's retained earnings and capital expenditure plans for upcoming fiscal years?
































