Central Mine Planning & Design Institute has appointed Molleti Ganapathi Rao as a Non-Official Independent Director on its Board. The Ministry of Coal issued the appointment via letter No. 21/21/2022-Estt (B) dated August 14, 2026, with the approval of the President of India. The appointment is for a period of three years.

The company confirmed that Rao is not related to any other director and is not debarred from holding office by any order of SEBI or other authorities. CMPDIL is completing the necessary formalities to induct him in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015.

Director Profile

Molleti Ganapathi Rao brings extensive experience in public administration and geophysics to the Board. He is a retired Senior Grade Deputy Collector with a background in revenue, land, and resource administration. His professional profile includes:

• Education: B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry from Andhra University (1982); M.Sc. (Tech.) in Geophysics from Andhra University (1985).
• Early Career: Served as a Geophysicist with GSDA, Mumbai (1985–1986) and APSIDC, Andhra Pradesh (1986–1995).
• Public Service: Worked in the Revenue Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, from 1996 to 2024, including tenure as a Special Grade Deputy Collector in the State Civil Services.

His expertise spans district-level general administration, revenue administration, land administration, resource management, and geophysical surveys.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015 and SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations 2015. Details were provided in accordance with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024. Abhishek Mundhra, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, signed the communication dated August 15, 2026.

Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL) published its integrated annual report for FY26 and the notice for its 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for August 17, 2026, via video conferencing. The filing confirms a final dividend recommendation of ₹1.06 per equity share, bringing the total payout for the year to ₹4.21 per share when combined with three interim dividends of ₹1.05 each. This procedural update solidifies the timeline for shareholder returns while outlining significant changes to the Board composition, including the appointment of new independent directors.

The AGM agenda includes the re-appointment of Ajay Kumar as Director (Technical) by rotation and the formal appointment of Anand Mohan as Director (Technical) effective May 11, 2026. Additionally, shareholders will vote on the appointment of Anand Shekhar Singh and Rajesh Davera as Non-Official Independent Directors for three-year terms starting July 15, 2026. These appointments align with regulatory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations. M/s Mahata Agarwal & Associates has been appointed as the scrutinizer for the e-voting process, which runs from August 14 to August 16, 2026.

Financial Performance and Dividend Structure

The dividend recommendation is based on audited financial results for FY26, where CMPDIL reported a profit after tax of ₹613.18 crore, down from ₹666.91 crore in FY25. Net sales grew to ₹2,316.53 crore from ₹2,102.76 crore in the previous year. The following table outlines the key financial metrics:

Dividend payment will be made within 30 days of declaration to members holding shares on the record date of August 10, 2026. Investors are advised to update their bank account details with depository participants to facilitate electronic payment.

What the Numbers Show

While revenue growth remained robust at over 10%, the decline in profit after tax highlights margin pressure. Operating profit margins contracted from 38.40% in FY25 to 32.06% in FY26, primarily due to a ₹90 crore provision for pay upgradation of junior and mid-level executives. Despite this one-time impact, the company maintained a strong dividend yield, demonstrating its commitment to shareholder returns amidst rising operational costs. The company also reported a capital expenditure of ₹65.85 crore in FY26, more than double the ₹31.94 crore spent in FY25, indicating increased investment in infrastructure and technology.

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