Dish TV India Limited Board Meeting Outcome: Three Independent Directors Appointed
Dish TV India Limited has strengthened its governance by appointing three independent directors including Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe, following a board meeting on March 13, 2026. The appointments comply with SEBI Listing Regulations and Companies Act 2013, with effectiveness subject to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approval and shareholder consent through postal ballot.

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Dish TV India Limited has strengthened its board governance structure with the appointment of three new independent directors, following a board meeting conducted on March 13, 2026. The telecommunications and direct-to-home service provider announced these strategic appointments in compliance with regulatory requirements under SEBI Listing Regulations.
Board Meeting Outcomes
The board meeting, which commenced at 12:15 hours and concluded at 13:00 hours on March 13, 2026, resulted in two key decisions. The directors recommended the appointment of Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe as an Independent Director, subject to requisite approvals. Additionally, they approved a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for multiple directorial appointments.
The company has formally notified both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE Symbol: DISHTV) and BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 532839) regarding these board meeting outcomes under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations.
New Independent Directors
The company has initiated the process to appoint three independent directors through shareholder approval:
| Director Name: | Director Identification Number |
|---|---|
| Mr. Arun Kumar Kapoor | 01779523 |
| Ms. Heena Naishadh Bhatt | 11049526 |
| Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe | 07440788 |
Profile of Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe
Mr. Ashok Paranjpe brings extensive legal and corporate expertise to the board. He holds an LL.M. degree from the University of Mumbai and serves as an Advocate & Solicitor. His professional background includes over two decades as a Partner at Wadia Ghandy & Company, Mumbai, where he developed expertise in Real Estate, Banking and Finance, and Dispute Resolution.
Mr. Paranjpe regularly advises leading banks and financial institutions on securities transactions, security documentation, mergers and acquisitions, cross-border lending and finance, and the acquisition of financial assets, including non-performing assets. He is registered with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) in its Independent Directors Databank.
Current Board Positions
Mr. Paranjpe currently serves as a Non-Executive Independent Director on the boards of LIC Mutual Fund Trustee Pvt. Ltd., SICOM Limited, and Team India Guaranty Limited. He served as Managing Partner of MDP & Partners for 13 years and has been the Managing Partner of MDP Associates, Advocates & Solicitors, since August 2024.
Appointment Terms and Compliance
The appointments have been structured in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations. The board confirmed that all proposed appointees are not debarred from holding directorial positions by SEBI or any other regulatory authority.
The appointment shall become effective upon receipt of approval from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting or shareholder approval, whichever is later. However, if the number of directors falls below the statutory minimum of three, the appointment shall be effective immediately.
| Appointment Details: | Terms |
|---|---|
| Duration: | Five years from effective date |
| Rotation Liability: | Not liable to retire by rotation |
| Independence Status: | Not related to any existing board director |
| Regulatory Compliance: | Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations |
Historical Stock Returns for Dish TV
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.98% | -13.73% | -29.94% | -61.40% | -62.26% | -79.63% |


































