Benares Hotels Independent Director Resigns Effective May 23
Benares Hotels Limited announced the resignation of Independent Director Mr. Moiz Miyajiwala effective May 23, 2026, due to the prescribed age limit. He also stepped down as Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and Audit and Risk Management Committee. Mr. Miyajiwala confirmed no other material reasons for his resignation and continues to serve as an Independent Director at Oriental Hotels Limited.

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Benares Hotels Limited has announced the resignation of its Independent Director, Mr. Moiz Miyajiwala. The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on May 23, 2026. This decision was taken in accordance with the prescribed age limit applicable to Independent Directors.
Consequently, Mr. Miyajiwala has ceased to be the Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the company. The Board of Directors placed on record its appreciation for his valuable contribution and guidance during his tenure.
Details of Resignation
The company disclosed that Mr. Miyajiwala confirmed there are no material reasons for his resignation other than those stated in his letter. The specific details regarding the change in directorship were provided in the regulatory filing.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Mr. Moiz Miyajiwala |
| DIN | 00026258 |
| Reason for Change | Resignation |
| Date of Resignation | May 23, 2026 |
Other Directorships
Mr. Miyajiwala holds directorships in other listed entities. He serves as an Independent Director at Oriental Hotels Limited. Additionally, he holds key committee positions in that organization.
| Company | Committee Position |
|---|---|
| Oriental Hotels Limited | Audit Committee - Member |
| Oriental Hotels Limited | Risk Management Committee - Member |
| Oriental Hotels Limited | Nomination and Remuneration Committee – Chairman |
The resignation has been communicated to the stock exchanges in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Benares Hotels
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.01% | +2.00% | +1.89% | +9.62% | +4.30% | +649.45% |
Who will Benares Hotels Limited appoint as the new Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit and Risk Management Committee, and what is the expected timeline for filling these vacancies?
Given Mr. Miyajiwala's continued role at Oriental Hotels Limited, could his departure from Benares Hotels signal a strategic realignment within the Taj Hotels group's governance structure?
How might the simultaneous vacancy in two key committee chairmanships affect Benares Hotels Limited's upcoming board decisions, including executive compensation reviews or audit oversight?


































