Desco Infratech appoints CS Tripti Gaggar as Company Secretary
Desco Infratech Limited announced the resignation of Muskan Khandal as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer effective August 7, 2026, due to personal reasons. CS Tripti Gaggar, an Associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, was appointed to replace her immediately. The changes were approved by the Board following recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance.

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Desco Infratech has accepted the resignation of Muskan Khandal from the office of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective August 7, 2026. The Board of Directors also approved the appointment of CS Tripti Gaggar to succeed her in the same roles with immediate effect. Khandal cited personal reasons and a desire to pursue better career opportunities outside the company for her departure. Consequently, she also ceases to be a member of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC). This change in key managerial personnel ensures continuity in statutory compliance and corporate governance functions.
The Board meeting was held on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the company’s registered office. The proceedings were conducted pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The appointment of CS Tripti Gaggar was made based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. It aligns with Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Regulation 6 of the SEBI LODR Regulations. The company disclosed these changes under SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD-1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023, and SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024.
Key Managerial Personnel Changes
The following table details the transition of the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer role:
| Particulars | Outgoing Personnel | Incoming Personnel |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
| Name | Muskan Khandal | CS Tripti Gaggar |
| Effective Date | August 7, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Reason | Personal reasons; better opportunities | Nomination and Remuneration Committee recommendation |
| ICC Membership | Ceased | Not specified |
Muskan Khandal submitted her resignation letter on August 7, 2026. She requested the Board to ensure all necessary statutory and regulatory compliances, including filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and disclosures to SEBI and stock exchanges, are completed within prescribed timelines. She offered full cooperation for a smooth transition of responsibilities, records, and pending compliance matters.
Profile of New Appointment
CS Tripti Gaggar is a Law Graduate and an Associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, holding Membership Number 79044. Her appointment ensures that Desco Infratech maintains its compliance infrastructure without interruption. The Board confirmed there are no disclosure relationships between directors regarding this appointment, as per regulatory requirements. The meeting commenced at 5:03 P.M. and concluded at 5:35 P.M., with Malhar Pankaj Desai, Whole-Time Director, signing off on the disclosure.
Historical Stock Returns for Desco Infratech
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.54% | -1.85% | -12.74% | +2.83% | -26.60% | +9.23% |
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