Escorts Kubota Limited has successfully completed its postal ballot process on April 24, 2026, announcing the appointment of two new Directors to its Board. The company's shareholders demonstrated strong support for both proposed appointments through remote e-voting, with both ordinary resolutions passing with requisite majority.

Appointment Details and Resolutions

The postal ballot covered two key appointments that will strengthen the company's leadership structure:

The postal ballot notice was dated March 20, 2026, with the entire voting process conducted through remote e-voting facilities provided by KFin Technologies Limited. The company dispatched notices electronically to eligible shareholders on March 24, 2026.

Voting Process and Timeline

The remote e-voting process was structured to ensure maximum participation and transparency:

Voting Results for Mr. Hitoshi Sasaki's Appointment

The first resolution for appointing Mr. Hitoshi Sasaki received overwhelming support across all shareholder categories:

Voting Results for Mr. Satoshi Suzuki's Appointment

The second resolution for appointing Mr. Satoshi Suzuki also achieved strong shareholder approval:

Scrutinizer Oversight and Compliance

Mrs. Neelam Gupta, Practicing Company Secretary (FCS Membership No. 3135), served as the appointed Scrutinizer for the postal ballot process. She was appointed by the Board of Directors on February 10, 2026, and issued her report on April 24, 2026. The scrutinizer confirmed that the voting process was conducted in compliance with Sections 108 and 110 of the Companies Act, 2013, and relevant SEBI regulations.

The company published advertisements about the electronic dispatch of notices in 'The Financial Express' (English) and 'Jansatta' (Hindi) on March 25, 2026, ensuring proper disclosure to all stakeholders. The voting results and scrutinizer's report are hosted on the company's website at www.escortskubota.com and the voting agency's website at https://evoting.kfintech.com .

Escorts Kubota Limited has announced the expansion of its Digitrac tractor series under the Powertrac brand, launching three new models that transform the range from two existing models to a comprehensive series of five tractors spanning the 45-55 horsepower category. The announcement was made through a press release dated April 22, 2026, under Regulation 30.

Strategic Series Expansion

The three new additions to the Digitrac series include the Digitrac PP 46i 4WD, Digitrac PP 43i Plus, and Digitrac PP 41i, joining the existing PP 46i and PP 43i models. This expansion represents the company's fourth major tractor launch since February 2025, following the Farmtrac Promaxx series, the Kubota MU4201, and the Powertrac Shaurya paddy series.

Advanced Technical Features

All five Digitrac models feature enhanced specifications including bigger CC engines, larger tyres, side shift gear, and a 12 forward and 3 reverse constant mesh gearbox. The series incorporates independent PTO (iPTO) technology and a heavy hydraulic lift capacity of 2000 kg, supporting advanced implements such as Super Seeder, Reaper, Reversible MB Plough, and Laser Leveller. The Digitrac PP 43i Plus offers a top speed of 39.9 km/h, one of the best speeds in the industry.

Leadership Commentary

"This is our fourth new tractor introduction since February 2025, across all three brands. This sustained pace of launches reflects the stage we are now in as an organisation," said Nikhil Nanda, Chairman and Managing Director. "Each launch is a deliberate step towards strengthening our portfolio and moving closer to our stated ambition of a stronger market position in India."

Akira Kato, Deputy Managing Director, highlighted the brand's appeal: "Digitrac has established a strong identity with its distinctive design and proven appeal among young and progressive farmers. Expanding it into a full series of five models is a natural progression. We see meaningful opportunity to scale this product across India and make it an even larger contributor to the Powertrac business."

Market Positioning and Performance

Neeraj Mehra, Chief Officer of Tractor Business Division, emphasized the series positioning as "Style to Kill, Performance to Thrill" for New Age Farmers. He noted that features such as bigger engines, 12+3 gearbox, independent PTO, and top speed of up to 39.9 km/h were earlier available only in higher horsepower categories.

The expanded Digitrac series is available across authorized Powertrac dealerships throughout India, representing Escorts Kubota's commitment to making advanced tractor capabilities accessible in the 45-55 HP segment while maintaining the fuel efficiency and value proposition that Powertrac is known for.