Divine Power Energy seeks approval for ESOP 2026 at AGM
Divine Power Energy Limited has announced its 25th AGM for June 27, 2026, via video conferencing, to seek approval for an ESOP 2026 covering 2,00,000 options and increase borrowing and investment limits to ₹500 crore. The meeting also includes the ratification of cost auditor fees and the re-appointment of Director Vikas Talwar with a proposed salary increase.

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Divine Power Energy Limited will seek shareholder approval for the Divine Power Energy Limited Employee Stock Option Plan 2026 (ESOP 2026) at its 25th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for June 27, 2026. The meeting, to be held via video conferencing, includes proposals to authorize the Board to grant up to 2,00,000 employee stock options corresponding to 2,00,000 equity shares. The agenda also encompasses significant financial authorizations, including increasing the borrowing limit to ₹500 crore and approving loans, guarantees, and investments up to ₹500 crore under Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Board proposes to appoint M/s. Sumit Bajaj & Associates, Company Secretaries, as the Secretarial Auditor for the financial year ending March 31, 2027. Additionally, shareholders will consider the ratification of remuneration payable to Cost Auditors M/s Pooja Verma & Co. at ₹50,000 plus applicable taxes for the financial year 2026-2027. The Board also seeks authorization to fix the remuneration of Statutory Auditors M/s. VAPS & Associates for the same period.
Vikas Talwar (DIN: 01709711), Director of the Company, retires by rotation at this AGM and, being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. His remuneration is proposed at ₹3,00,000 per month, compared to the last drawn salary of ₹2,00,000 per month. The record date for determining shareholder eligibility for the AGM is June 22, 2026.
Remote e-voting will commence on June 24, 2026, at 09:00 AM and conclude on June 26, 2026, at 05:00 PM. The facility for appointing proxies is not available due to the virtual nature of the meeting. Corporate members may appoint authorized representatives to attend and vote through the e-voting system.
The following table summarizes the key resolutions to be presented at the AGM:
| Resolution | Details |
|---|---|
| ESOP 2026 | Approval to grant up to 2,00,000 options to eligible employees. |
| Borrowing Limit (Section 180) | Increase limit to borrow money up to ₹500 crore. |
| Loans, Guarantees, Investments (Section 186) | Increase limit for loans, guarantees, and investments up to ₹500 crore. |
| Cost Auditor Remuneration | Ratify ₹50,000 plus taxes for M/s Pooja Verma & Co. |
| Director Re-appointment | Re-appoint Vikas Talwar with a proposed remuneration of ₹3,00,000 per month. |
The AGM notice is available on the company’s website at www.dpel.in . The meeting will be conducted in compliance with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars regarding virtual meetings.
Historical Stock Returns for Divine Power Energy
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.97% | -1.98% | -0.50% | +85.75% | +244.63% | +224.72% |
What specific strategic initiatives or expansion plans justify the proposed 50% increase in the company's borrowing limit to ₹500 crore?
How will the implementation of the ESOP 2026 impact the company's equity dilution and retention strategy over the next four years?
What factors drove the proposed 50% salary hike for Director Vikas Talwar, and how does this align with the company's performance metrics?


























