DIC India shareholders approve MD and WTD appointments with 99.99% votes
- Shareholders approved appointments with 99.995% votes in favour
- Hayato Kashiwagi appointed as Managing Director subject to Central Government approval
- Praveen Kumar Asthana appointed as Whole Time Director
- Voting concluded on September 30, 2026, via NSDL e-voting facility

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DIC India Limited shareholders approved the appointment of Hayato Kashiwagi as Managing Director and Praveen Kumar Asthana as Whole Time Director. Both resolutions passed with 99.995% votes in favour during the postal ballot concluded on September 30, 2026.
The voting window opened on September 1, 2026, at 9:00 am and closed at 5:00 pm on September 30, 2026. The company utilized the electronic voting facility provided by National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to facilitate member participation.
Postal Ballot Resolutions
The postal ballot covered two key leadership appointments. The first resolution proposed the appointment of Hayato Kashiwagi (DIN: 10953592) as Managing Director. This appointment remains subject to the requisite approval of the Central Government.
The second resolution sought approval for the appointment of Praveen Kumar Asthana (DIN: 06830096) as Whole Time Director of the company. Both resolutions were voted upon exclusively through electronic means in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Voting Results Breakdown
Based on the Scrutinizer's Report dated September 30, 2026, the results declared for the special resolutions are as follows:
| Resolution | Valid Electronic Votes | Votes In Favour | Votes Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appointment of Hayato Kashiwagi (MD) | 6,619,861 | 6,619,545 | 316 |
| Appointment of Praveen Kumar Asthana (WTD) | 6,619,861 | 6,619,528 | 333 |
Both resolutions were passed by members with a majority of 99.995% votes cast in favour.
Compliance and Scrutiny Details
Karan Arora & Associates, acting through proprietor Mr. Karan Arora, served as the scrutinizer for the postal ballot. The firm was appointed by the Board of Directors to ensure a fair and transparent conduct of the electronic voting process.
In line with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars and SEBI Listing Regulations, the notice was dispatched solely via electronic mode. Physical copies of the notice and ballot forms were not sent to members. This digital-first approach applied to shareholders whose email addresses were registered with the company, registrar, or depository participants.
Next Steps
The company will disclose the voting results along with the scrutinizer's report within the prescribed timeline. These details will be made available on the company website in accordance with Regulation 44(3) of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for DIC India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.41% | -7.81% | +1.33% | +31.33% | +20.88% | +31.36% |
When is the Central Government expected to grant the requisite approval for Hayato Kashiwagi's appointment as Managing Director?
How might the new leadership structure under Kashiwagi and Asthana influence DIC India's strategic expansion in the specialty chemicals sector?
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