Bliss GVS Pharma Appoints Two Independent Directors for Five-Year Terms
Bliss GVS Pharma Limited has strengthened its board governance by appointing two experienced professionals as Independent Directors. The appointments of Mr. Vijayanarayanan Mahadevan, a Chartered Accountant with 35+ years of financial leadership experience, and Mr. Deepak Rameshchandra Shah, a Fellow Member of ICAI with 36+ years in taxation and audit, are effective for five years from April 03, 2026 to April 02, 2031, pending shareholder approval through postal ballot.

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Bliss gvs pharma Limited has strengthened its board governance by appointing two seasoned professionals as Independent Directors. The pharmaceutical company announced through a board resolution dated April 03, 2026, that it has appointed Mr. Vijayanarayanan Mahadevan and Mr. Deepak Rameshchandra Shah as Non-Executive Independent Directors for five-year terms.
Board Resolution Details
The Board of Directors, acting on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, passed resolutions by circulation on April 03, 2026. The company has informed both NSE and BSE about these key appointments through regulatory filings pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
| Resolution: | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointment Period: | 5 consecutive years (April 03, 2026 to April 02, 2031) |
| Capacity: | Non-Executive and Independent Directors |
| Status: | Additional Directors |
| Approval Process: | Postal ballot notice approved for member consent |
Profile of New Directors
Mr. Vijayanarayanan Mahadevan (DIN: 06639177)
Mr. Mahadevan brings extensive financial leadership experience spanning over 35 years across multiple organizations and geographies. As a Chartered Accountant, he has worked with prominent companies including Alcon, Sandoz, Novartis, and SHV Energy. His expertise encompasses:
- Establishing finance functions for new businesses across manufacturing, trading, and R&D environments
- Strategic financial leadership and effective project management
- Successfully turning around loss-making businesses into profitable operations
- Leading key remediation, restructuring, and regulatory initiatives
- Global recognition with teams acknowledged at APAC and international levels
Mr. Deepak Rameshchandra Shah (DIN: 06954206)
Mr. Shah is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) with over 36 years of experience in taxation and audit. Based in Mumbai, he has held several key leadership positions:
- Former President of the Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society
- Former Chairman of the Western Zone of AIFTP
- Current Chairman of the Direct Taxation Committee of BCAS
- Independent Director on boards of The Ruby Mills Limited, Marathon Nextgen Realty Limited, and Siyaram Silk Mills Limited
- Contributor to professional literature
Regulatory Compliance
Both directors have been confirmed as not being debarred from holding director positions by SEBI or any other regulatory authority. The appointments comply with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFDPoD-1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023, and related master circulars. Neither director has any relationships with existing directors of the company.
| Director: | Regulatory Status |
|---|---|
| Mr. Vijayanarayanan Mahadevan: | Not debarred by SEBI or other authorities |
| Mr. Deepak Rameshchandra Shah: | Not debarred by SEBI or other authorities |
| Relationship Status: | No relationships with existing directors |
Next Steps
The company has approved the draft postal ballot notice to seek member approval for both appointments. The appointments will be effective for the full five-year term once shareholders provide their consent through the postal ballot process. The regulatory filing has been submitted to both NSE (Symbol: BLISSGVS) and BSE (Scrip Code: 506197) as required under listing obligations.
Historical Stock Returns for Bliss GVS Pharma
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.32% | +5.89% | +10.92% | +55.11% | +97.57% | +137.04% |
What strategic initiatives might Bliss GVS Pharma pursue with enhanced financial expertise from these new independent directors?
How could Mr. Mahadevan's turnaround experience influence the company's approach to underperforming business segments?
Will the strengthened board governance lead to improved investor confidence and potential credit rating upgrades?


































