Ceigall India appoints Mr. Ayyalusamy Saravanan and Dr. Pawan Kumar as Whole-Time Directors
Ceigall India has appointed Mr. Ayyalusamy Saravanan as Whole-Time Director & CEO and Dr. Pawan Kumar as Whole-Time Director, effective July 01, 2026, for a term of two years subject to shareholder approval. Concurrently, Dr. Sudhir Rao Hoshing resigned as Whole-Time Director effective July 15, 2026, due to personal commitments. The new appointees bring extensive experience in the infrastructure sector.

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Ceigall India has appointed Mr. Ayyalusamy Saravanan and Dr. Pawan Kumar as Whole-Time Directors of the company effective July 01, 2026. The appointments are subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Simultaneously, the board accepted the resignation of Dr. Sudhir Rao Hoshing from the position of Whole-Time Director, effective from the close of business hours on July 15, 2026.
Key Appointment Details
The following table outlines the key details of the new appointments and the resignation:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointee 1 | Mr. Ayyalusamy Saravanan |
| Designation | Whole-Time Director & CEO |
| Term | 2 years (July 01, 2026 to June 30, 2028) |
| Appointee 2 | Dr. Pawan Kumar |
| Designation | Whole-Time Director |
| Term | 2 years (July 01, 2026 to June 30, 2028) |
| Resigning Director | Dr. Sudhir Rao Hoshing |
| Reason | Family commitment and personal exigencies |
| Effective Date | Close of business hours on July 15, 2026 |
Leadership Profiles
Mr. Ayyalusamy Saravanan, aged about 55 years, holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and brings nearly 33 years of experience in the infrastructure sector, specifically in EPC Highways Projects. His previous leadership roles include Managing Director of MW High Tech Projects India Pvt. Ltd. and positions at GMR Group.
Dr. Pawan Kumar, also aged about 55 years, holds a Ph.D. from IIT Roorkee and possesses over 33 years of experience in the infrastructure and construction industry. His core competencies include project management, business development, and contract management. He was previously associated with MKC Infrastructure Ltd. and the Central Road Research Institute.
Regulatory Disclosures
Pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the company confirmed that neither Mr. Saravanan nor Dr. Kumar is debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or other authority. Both appointees are not related to any existing Director or Key Managerial Personnel of the company.
Historical Stock Returns for Ceigall India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.40% | -6.56% | +4.49% | +34.02% | +34.37% | -5.33% |
How will the extensive EPC highway experience of the new leadership influence Ceigall India's future project pipeline and bidding strategy?
What strategic shifts can investors expect under Mr. Saravanan's tenure as CEO compared to the outgoing leadership?
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