Datamatics Global Services seeks approval for two independent directors
Datamatics Global Services Limited has announced a postal ballot to approve the appointment of Mr. Hitesh Gajaria and Mr. Navnit Singh as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a five-year term. The e-voting period runs from May 30, 2026, to June 28, 2026, with results to follow shortly after.

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Datamatics Global Services Limited has scheduled a postal ballot to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of two Non-Executive Independent Directors, Mr. Hitesh Gajaria and Mr. Navnit Singh. The remote e-voting process will be open from May 30, 2026, to June 28, 2026, allowing members to vote on the special resolutions proposed by the Board.
The appointments follow the Board's resolution by circulation on May 08, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Both candidates have submitted declarations confirming their independence and eligibility under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Board has recommended the appointments for a term of five consecutive years, effective from May 08, 2026, until May 07, 2031.
Mr. Hitesh Gajaria is a Chartered Accountant with over four decades of experience in taxation, transfer pricing, and regulatory consulting. He currently serves as a Senior Advisor at KPMG in India and holds directorships in other listed entities. Mr. Navnit Singh serves as the Chairman and Regional Managing Director of Korn Ferry in India, bringing over three decades of experience in human capital strategy and organizational transformation.
The calendar of events for the postal ballot has been finalized, with the cut-off date for determining voting rights set as Friday, May 22, 2026. National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has been engaged to facilitate the remote e-voting process. The e-voting module will be disabled after the conclusion of the voting period, and results will be declared within two working days.
Key Details of the Appointments
| Detail | Mr. Hitesh Gajaria | Mr. Navnit Singh |
|---|---|---|
| DIN | 10044310 | 00424875 |
| Category | Non-Executive Independent Director | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Term | 5 years (May 08, 2026 to May 07, 2031) | 5 years (May 08, 2026 to May 07, 2031) |
| Qualification | Chartered Accountant | BA (Hons) Economics, PG in Personnel Management |
| Shareholding | Nil | Nil |
Postal Ballot Schedule
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| Commencement of e-voting | 09.00 A.M. IST on Saturday, May 30, 2026 |
| Conclusion of e-voting | 05.00 P.M. IST on Sunday, June 28, 2026 |
| Declaration of Results | Within 2 working days from the closure of e-voting |
Shareholders can cast their votes only through the remote e-voting system. The notice and explanatory statement are available on the company's website. Mr. Swapneel Vinod Patel, Practicing Company Secretary, has been appointed as the Scrutinizer to oversee the voting process.
Historical Stock Returns for Datamatics Global Services
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.15% | 0.0% | +6.03% | -8.86% | +26.57% | +400.46% |
How will the addition of these two independent directors influence Datamatics' strategic direction over the next five years?
What impact will the expertise in taxation and human capital strategy brought by the new appointees have on the company's operational efficiency?
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