Crisil seeks shareholder approval for Abhishek Tomar as director
Crisil Limited seeks shareholder approval for Abhishek Tomar as Non-executive Director via postal ballot. Voting runs from August 7 to September 5, 2026, with results due by September 8, 2026.

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crisil Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Abhishek Tomar as a Non-executive Director. The resolution aims to regularize his tenure on the Board after his initial appointment as an Additional Director on July 22, 2026, in accordance with Section 161 of the Companies Act, 2013. This move strengthens the company’s governance structure by integrating a senior executive with extensive experience in data operations and financial services from its parent ecosystem. The e-voting facility is available exclusively through National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), with the voting window open from August 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. IST until September 5, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. IST.
Eligible shareholders are those whose names appear in the Register of Members or List of Beneficial Owners as received from NSDL and Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) as of the cut-off date, July 31, 2026. The Company Secretary and Head – Legal, Minal Bhosale, confirmed that all documents related to the ballot are available for inspection on the company’s website during business hours until the voting period concludes. No physical ballots are being distributed; all voting must be conducted electronically. Institutional shareholders are required to submit scanned copies of relevant Board Resolutions or authority letters to the Scrutiniser.
Director Profile and Expertise
Abhishek Tomar (DIN: 07093852) brings over 20 years of experience in data, operations, and financial services. He currently serves as the Head of Data for S&P Global's Enterprise Data Organization (EDO), where he leads data operations, business partnerships, and quality stewardship. His role involves driving AI enablement and enterprise data transformation across the organization. Previously, he served as Chief Data Officer for S&P Global Market Intelligence and Managing Director of India Operations, overseeing a workforce of more than 8,000 employees.
Tomar holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Delhi University and an MBA from NIILM Centre for Management Studies. He is also an active member of the National Executive Board of the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) in India. Upon appointment, he will serve on the Audit Committee and Risk Management Committee of the Board.
Voting Details and Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot is conducted pursuant to Regulation 44 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and Section 110 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Board of Directors has appointed Mr. S. N. Viswanathan, or failing him Ms. Ashwini Vartak, Designated Partner of S. N. Ananthasubramanian & Co., Practicing Company Secretaries, as the Scrutinizer for conducting the Postal Ballot process in a fair and transparent manner. Results will be announced on or before September 8, 2026, following scrutiny by the appointed Practising Company Secretary.
| Key Dates | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date | July 31, 2026 |
| E-voting Start | August 7, 2026 (9:00 a.m. IST) |
| E-voting End | September 5, 2026 (5:00 p.m. IST) |
| Result Announcement | On or before September 8, 2026 |
Shareholders can access the e-voting system via NSDL’s website using their demat account credentials or physical folio numbers. For technical assistance, NSDL and CDSL have provided dedicated helpdesk contacts. Members holding shares in physical mode are requested to update their email addresses with the Company's RTA, KFin Technologies Limited, by providing Folio No., name, scanned copy of the share certificate, PAN, and AADHAR at einward.ris@kfinetech.com .
Historical Stock Returns for CRISIL
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.63% | +5.67% | +5.49% | +8.14% | -7.08% | +69.30% |
How might Abhishek Tomar's expertise in AI enablement and data transformation influence CRISIL's strategic roadmap for digital innovation?
What impact could Tomar's appointment to the Audit and Risk Management Committees have on CRISIL's approach to regulatory compliance and data security risks?
Will the integration of S&P Global's data operations leadership signal a deeper strategic alignment or potential synergy opportunities between CRISIL and its parent ecosystem?


































