FDC Limited Announces Postal Ballot for Independent Director Appointment
FDC Limited has announced a postal ballot process for shareholder approval of Mr. Kishore Saleatore's appointment as Independent Director. The remote e-voting will be conducted through NSDL from April 28 to May 27, 2026, with results expected by May 29, 2026. Only shareholders registered as of April 17, 2026, are eligible to participate in the voting process.

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FDC Limited has announced a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Kishore Saleatore as an Independent Director of the company. The pharmaceutical company has issued a formal notice in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations.
Postal Ballot Details
The company seeks approval through an Ordinary Resolution for appointing Mr. Kishore Saleatore (DIN: 01705850) as an Independent Director. The voting will be conducted exclusively through remote electronic voting, with no physical postal ballot process.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Voting Method: | Remote E-voting Only |
| Service Provider: | National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) |
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, April 17, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer: | Mr. Sanjay Dhollakia (Membership No. 2655 & C.P. No. 1798) |
E-Voting Schedule
The remote e-voting facility will be available for a specific period, and shareholders must cast their votes within the designated timeframe.
| Timeline: | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Commencement: | Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 09:00 A.M. (IST) |
| Conclusion: | Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 05:00 P.M. (IST) |
| Result Declaration: | On or before Friday, May 29, 2026 |
Eligibility and Access
Only shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members or List of Beneficial Owners as on the cut-off date of April 17, 2026, are eligible to vote. The voting rights will be proportionate to their shareholding in the company's paid-up equity share capital as on the cut-off date.
The postal ballot notice is accessible on multiple platforms:
- Company website: www.fdcindia.com
- BSE website: www.bseindia.com
- NSE website: www.nseindia.com
- NSDL e-voting portal: www.evoting.nsdl.com
Process and Support
Shareholders holding shares in physical form who have not registered their email addresses are requested to update their details with the company's Registrar and Transfer Agent. The company has appointed Mr. Sanjay Dhollakia of M/s. Sanjay Dhollakia & Associates as the Scrutinizer to ensure a fair and transparent voting process.
For technical support regarding e-voting, shareholders can contact NSDL's toll-free number 022-4886 7000 or email evoting@nsdl.com . The scrutinizer will submit the report to the Chairperson after completion of the scrutiny process, and results will be communicated to stock exchanges and displayed on relevant websites.
Historical Stock Returns for FDC
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.56% | +2.91% | +11.61% | -16.37% | -16.06% | +19.62% |
What strategic initiatives or business expansion plans might FDC Limited be preparing for that require additional independent board expertise?
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